Excellent
#177 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Sunset Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
1920 41st Ave., San Francisco, CA 94116
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
26.9:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
26.9:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#177 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#9 of 120
public schools
In district
#9 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Sunset Elementary
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About Sunset Elementary
Sunset Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Sunset Elementary serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Elementary show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sunset Elementary runs 26.9:1 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 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.2%
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: 9.6/10.
How Sunset Elementary Compares
See how Sunset Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1920 41st Ave., San Francisco, CA 94116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ulloa Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lawton Alternative (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Key (Francis Scott) Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,587
Median Home Value
$1,450,000
Median Rent
$2,938/mo
Population
42,523
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
45.4
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| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 9.2 |
| Arroyo San Carlos, CA | 9.2 |
| Barnard Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.2 |
| California Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 9.2 |
| Castle Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
| City Terrace Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
Compare Sunset Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareSunset Elementary vs Lilienthal (Claire) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.4/10 +0.2 vs Sunset Elementary
- CompareSunset Elementary vs Parker (Jean) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.4/10 -0.8 vs Sunset Elementary
- CompareSunset Elementary vs Chin (John Yehall) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.1/10 -0.1 vs Sunset Elementary
- CompareSunset Elementary vs Sutro ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.2/10 About even with Sunset Elementary
- CompareSunset Elementary vs Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.5/10 -0.7 vs Sunset Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Elementary
What grades does Sunset Elementary serve?
Sunset Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Elementary?
Sunset Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary is 26.9:1. 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 #177 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sunset Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% 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?
34.2% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.7%
- Phone
- (415) 759-2760
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #9 of 103
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