Excellent
#312 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 8% in state
Sunset Hills Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
1347 GULF RD, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#312 of 3,778
In Tarpon Springs
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#21 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Sunset Hills Elementary School
Sunset Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tarpon Springs, FL, part of PINELLAS. Sunset Hills Elementary School serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #312 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Hills Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Sunset Hills Elementary School — Students at Sunset Hills Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL 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: 8.6/10.
How Sunset Hills Elementary School Compares
See how Sunset Hills Elementary School 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
1347 GULF RD, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TARPON SPRINGS FUNDAMENTAL ELE (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SUTHERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Palm Harbor), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OZONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Palm Harbor), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tarpon Springs, see our Tarpon Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34689 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,523
Median Home Value
$311,500
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
27,007
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
81.8%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
55.7
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| BROOKER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tarpon Springs, FL | 8.8 |
| DAVID FAIRCHILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 8.8 |
| GEMINI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne Beach, FL | 8.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Hills Elementary School
What grades does Sunset Hills Elementary School serve?
Sunset Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Hills Elementary School?
Sunset Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Hills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Hills Elementary School is 15.3:1. 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 School rank in FL?
Sunset Hills Elementary School ranks #312 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sunset Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Hills Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sunset Hills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunset Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Hills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunset Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Hills Elementary School?
48.6% of students at Sunset Hills Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 444
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (727) 943-5523
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #21 of 148
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