Very Good
#1989 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Sunset Hills Elementary
Elementary School · Poway Unified
9291 Oviedo St., San Diego, CA 92129
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,989 of 9,539
In San Diego
#106 of 288
public schools
In district
#20 of 38
Poway Unified
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Sunset Hills Elementary
Sunset Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Poway Unified. Sunset Hills Elementary serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,989 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Hills Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sunset Hills Elementary runs 24.8:1 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 Hills Elementary — Students at Sunset Hills Elementary score 67% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.8/10.
How Sunset Hills Elementary Compares
See how Sunset Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9291 Oviedo St., San Diego, CA 92129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Adobe Bluffs Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sundance Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rolling Hills Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Black Mountain Middle San Diego | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt. Carmel High San Diego | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| RENAISSANCE VILLAGE ACADEMY San Diego | 0.3 mi | — |
| Sundance Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Mesa Verde Middle San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Westview High San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Canyon View Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Los Penasquitos Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Morning Creek Elementary San Diego | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Oak Valley Middle San Diego | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Park Village Elementary San Diego | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Stone Ranch Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Ericson Elementary San Diego | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Willow Grove Elementary San Diego | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Lifetime Montessori School San Diego | 2.7 mi | — |
| Shoal Creek Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,626
Median Home Value
$1,018,100
Median Rent
$2,671/mo
Population
53,080
College Educated
63.8%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Hills Elementary
What grades does Sunset Hills Elementary serve?
Sunset Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Hills Elementary?
Sunset Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Hills Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset Hills Elementary rank in CA?
Sunset Hills Elementary ranks #1,989 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sunset Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Hills Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sunset Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Sunset Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sunset Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Hills Elementary?
7.5% of students at Sunset Hills 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
- 372
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (858) 484-1600
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #20 of 38
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