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#3878 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Sunset High
High School · Del Norte County Unified
2500 Elk Valley Cross Rd., Crescent City, CA 95531
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,878 of 9,539
In Crescent City
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
Del Norte County Unified
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Sunset High
High School in Crescent City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunset High
Sunset High is a public high school in Crescent City, CA, part of Del Norte County Unified. Sunset High serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,878 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset High show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, Sunset High 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.
Test scores at Sunset High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Sunset High runs 20.2:1 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 High — Students at Sunset High score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Sunset High Compares
See how Sunset High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2500 Elk Valley Cross Rd., Crescent City, CA 95531
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Del Norte High (rated 6.6/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Brookings-Harbor High School (rated 5.7/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Brookings), a more accessible option. For more schools in Crescent City, see our Crescent City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
19 within 35.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Grove Elementary Crescent City | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Crescent City SDA School Crescent City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Redwood Elementary Fort Dick | 4.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Mary Peacock Elementary Crescent City | 3.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Del Norte High Crescent City | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Del Norte Community Crescent City | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Bess Maxwell Elementary Crescent City | 4.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Castle Rock Crescent City | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Crescent Elk Middle Crescent City | 4.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Joe Hamilton Elementary Crescent City | 4.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Uncharted Shores Academy Crescent City | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Smith River Elementary Smith River | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Mountain Elementary Gasquet | 10.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Margaret Keating Elementary Klamath | 18.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Azalea Middle School Brookings | 18.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Brookings-Harbor High School Brookings | 18.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Kalmiopsis Elementary School Brookings | 18.5 mi | 4.9 |
| BROOKINGS HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brookings | 23.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Jack Norton Elementary Hoopa | 35.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95531 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,817
Median Home Value
$323,600
Median Rent
$1,202/mo
Population
22,491
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39.4
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| Options Secondary Chula Vista, CA | 6.8 |
| Ralph J. Bunche Continuation High Oakland, CA | 6.8 |
| Sierra High Azusa, CA | 6.8 |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset High
What grades does Sunset High serve?
Sunset High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sunset High?
Sunset High has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset High?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset High is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset High rank in CA?
Sunset High ranks #3,878 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sunset High's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset High has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sunset High a charter school?
No, Sunset High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset High a Title I school?
No, Sunset High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset High?
85.1% of students at Sunset High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 101
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Del Norte County
- Phone
- (707) 464-0380
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
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District
Del Norte County Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,427
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,219
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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