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#757 of 1,288 schools in LA
Sunset Acres Elementary School
Elementary School · Caddo Parish
6514 West Canal Boulevard, Shreveport, LA 71108
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#757 of 1,288
In Shreveport
#19 of 53
public schools
In district
#22 of 57
Caddo Parish
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Sunset Acres Elementary School
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About Sunset Acres Elementary School
Sunset Acres Elementary School is a public elementary school in Shreveport, LA, part of Caddo Parish. Sunset Acres Elementary School serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Acres Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #757 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Acres Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sunset Acres Elementary School 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.
39% of students at Sunset Acres Elementary School 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
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Sunset Acres Elementary School — Students at Sunset Acres Elementary School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Sunset Acres Elementary School Compares
See how Sunset Acres Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6514 West Canal Boulevard, Shreveport, LA 71108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Acres Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairfield Magnet School (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Highlands Elementary Magnet School (rated 9.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shreveport, see our Shreveport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,116
Median Home Value
$81,300
Median Rent
$1,075/mo
Population
19,012
College Educated
6.9%
Homeownership
39.1%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
29.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Acres Elementary School
What grades does Sunset Acres Elementary School serve?
Sunset Acres Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Acres Elementary School?
Sunset Acres Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Acres Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Acres Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset Acres Elementary School rank in LA?
Sunset Acres Elementary School ranks #757 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Sunset Acres Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Acres Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Acres Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Acres Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunset Acres Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunset Acres Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Acres Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunset Acres Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Acres Elementary School?
87.8% of students at Sunset Acres 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 222
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Caddo Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.2%
- Phone
- (318) 631-7121
Resources & Links
District
Caddo Parish- District Enrollment
- 35,044
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,072
- District Rank
- #22 of 57
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