Average
#6988 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sunshine Special Education
School · Riverside Unified
9390 California Ave., Riverside, CA 92503
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 77 schools in Riverside. Learn more
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,988 of 9,539
In Riverside
#48 of 78
public schools
In district
#31 of 48
Riverside Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Sunshine Special Education?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Sunshine Special Education
School in Riverside · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Liberty Elementary
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Jackson Elementary
0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Sunshine Special Education
Sunshine Special Education is a public school in Riverside, CA, part of Riverside Unified. Sunshine Special Education serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunshine Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,988 of 9,539 schools in CA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 74 students, Sunshine Special Education 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.
35% of students at Sunshine Special Education 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
Partial Profile · 3/4 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
View breakdown
View breakdown
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Sunshine Special Education Compares
See how Sunshine Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9390 California Ave., Riverside, CA 92503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunshine Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. BRIGHT FUTURES ACADEMY RIVERSIDE (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harrison Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Terrace Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Elementary Riverside | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Jackson Elementary Riverside | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Riverside | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| BRIGHT FUTURES ACADEMY RIVERSIDE Riverside | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Dynamic Hope Schools - Riverside Riverside | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sherman Indian High School Riverside | 0.8 mi | — |
| Foothill Elementary Riverside | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Chemawa Middle Riverside | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Monroe Elementary Riverside | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Wells Middle Riverside | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Adams Elementary Riverside | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Harrison Elementary Riverside | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Arlanza Elementary Riverside | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Arlington High Riverside | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Myra Linn Elementary Riverside | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| COTTONWOOD MONTESSORI Riverside | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary Riverside | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Terrace Elementary Riverside | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| La Granada Elementary Riverside | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Jefferson Elementary Riverside | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,523
Median Home Value
$556,300
Median Rent
$1,801/mo
Population
88,242
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Oakdale Chico, CA | 5.3 |
| BRYTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Sacramento, CA | 5.1 |
| CARSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Carson, CA | 5.1 |
| MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Middletown, CA | 5.1 |
| SHILOH UNITED SCHOOL South San Francisco, CA | 5.1 |
| Alice M. Worsley Fresno, CA | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunshine Special Education
What grades does Sunshine Special Education serve?
Sunshine Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Sunshine Special Education?
Sunshine Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunshine Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunshine Special Education is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunshine Special Education rank in CA?
Sunshine Special Education ranks #6,988 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sunshine Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunshine Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sunshine Special Education a charter school?
No, Sunshine Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunshine Special Education a Title I school?
No, Sunshine Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunshine Special Education?
18.9% of students at Sunshine Special Education qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 74
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (951) 352-8488
Resources & Links
District
Riverside Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,855
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,005
- District Rank
- #31 of 48
Other Schools in This District
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.