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Sunset Elementary
Elementary School · Hacienda la Puente Unified
800 North Tonopah Ave., La Puente, CA 91744
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,106 of 9,539
In La Puente
#20 of 25
public schools
In district
#25 of 32
Hacienda la Puente Unified
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Sunset Elementary
Sunset Elementary is a public elementary school in La Puente, CA, part of Hacienda la Puente Unified. Sunset Elementary serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,106 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 118 students, Sunset Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
32% of students at Sunset Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sunset Elementary — Students at Sunset Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.
How Sunset Elementary Compares
See how Sunset Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 North Tonopah Ave., La Puente, CA 91744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgewood Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. E. Van Wig Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, California Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Puente, see our La Puente schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset La Puente | 0.0 mi | — |
| Lassalette La Puente | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| HILLSIDE BAPTIST ACADEMY La Puente | 0.5 mi | — |
| BISHOP AMAT MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL La Puente | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Bishop Amat Memorial High La Puente | 0.6 mi | — |
| Nueva Vista Continuation High La Puente | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| California Elementary La Puente | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY La Puente | 0.7 mi | — |
| Edgewood Academy La Puente | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Nelson Elementary La Puente | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| ST LOUIS OF FRANCE La Puente | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Sparks Middle La Puente | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Bassett Senior High La Puente | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Sparks Elementary La Puente | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| St. Louis of France La Puente | 0.7 mi | — |
| Sunkist Elementary La Puente | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| New Montessori School La Puente | 1.1 mi | — |
| NEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Puente | 1.1 mi | — |
| J. E. Van Wig Elementary La Puente | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| San Jose Charter Academy West Covina | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,624
Median Home Value
$585,900
Median Rent
$1,873/mo
Population
78,253
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
36.3
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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 118 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary is 19.7:1. 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 #7,106 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sunset Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% 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?
73.7% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 118
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (626) 933-3200
Resources & Links
District
Hacienda la Puente Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,767
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,425
- District Rank
- #25 of 32
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