Excellent
#208 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Sunset Elementary
Elementary School · Fresno Unified
1755 South Crystal Ave., Fresno, CA 93706
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#208 of 9,539
In Fresno
#1 of 175
public schools
In district
#1 of 98
Fresno Unified
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Sunset Elementary
Sunset Elementary is a public elementary school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno Unified. Sunset Elementary serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #208 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sunset Elementary runs 21.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Sunset Elementary — Students at Sunset Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Sunset Elementary Compares
See how Sunset Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1755 South Crystal Ave., Fresno, CA 93706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kepler Neighborhood (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Lowell Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edison-Bethune Charter Academy Fresno | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Pathway Community Day Fresno | 1.3 mi | — |
| Pershing Continuation High Fresno | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Big Picture Educational Academy Fresno | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Columbia Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Edison High Fresno | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Edison Computech Fresno | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Ambassador Phillip V. Sanchez II Public Charter Fresno | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| WILSON HOME SCHOOL Fresno | 1.7 mi | — |
| Madison Elementary Fresno | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| King Elementary Fresno | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle Fresno | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Fresno | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| W.E.B. DuBois Public Charter Fresno | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Kepler Neighborhood Fresno | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| West Park Charter Academy Fresno | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| West Park Elementary Fresno | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Muir Elementary Fresno | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Lowell Elementary Fresno | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Innova School Fresno | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,023
Median Home Value
$227,600
Median Rent
$1,129/mo
Population
40,635
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
37.7%
Median Age
30.4
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| Carl H. Sundahl Elementary Folsom, CA | 9.1 |
| Carmel Creek Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.1 |
| Chin (John Yehall) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 9.1 |
| Clover Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.1 |
| Cornell Elementary Albany, CA | 9.1 |
| Del Mar Hills Elementary Del Mar, CA | 9.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Elementary
What grades does Sunset Elementary serve?
Sunset Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sunset Elementary?
Sunset Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset Elementary rank in CA?
Sunset Elementary ranks #208 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sunset Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sunset Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sunset Elementary a charter school?
No, Sunset Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sunset Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Elementary?
75.2% of students at Sunset Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (559) 457-3310
Resources & Links
District
Fresno Unified- District Enrollment
- 68,568
- Schools in District
- 101
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,983
- District Rank
- #1 of 98
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