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Sunset Lake Elementary School

Elementary School · Vicksburg Community Schools

201 NORTH BOULEVARD ST, Vicksburg, MI 49097

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,878 of 3,192

In Vicksburg

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Vicksburg Community Schools

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Sunset Lake Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Vicksburg · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.5/10

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6.7/10

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About Sunset Lake Elementary School

Sunset Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Vicksburg, MI, part of Vicksburg Community Schools. Sunset Lake Elementary School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,878 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Sunset Lake Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.7 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,964
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

Sunset Lake Elementary School — Students at Sunset Lake Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
96%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
40.1%
ELA
53.7%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Sunset Lake Elementary School Compares

See how Sunset Lake Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
41th percentile in MI
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

Location

201 NORTH BOULEVARD ST, Vicksburg, MI 49097

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunset Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Indian Lake Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KALAMAZOO COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Portage), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Schoolcraft Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Schoolcraft), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vicksburg, see our Vicksburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Vicksburg Pathways High School Vicksburg 0.7 mi 4.5
Vicksburg Middle School Vicksburg 0.7 mi 6.7
Vicksburg High School Vicksburg 1.0 mi 8.0
Lake Center Elementary School Portage 3.6 mi 6.5
Indian Lake Elementary School Vicksburg 3.7 mi 8.7
Tobey Elementary School Scotts 4.9 mi 7.1
Central Elementary School Portage 5.5 mi 5.9
Portage Central High School Portage 5.7 mi 7.8
Schoolcraft High School Schoolcraft 4.5 mi 8.2
Portage Central Middle School Portage 5.7 mi 6.7
Schoolcraft Elementary School Schoolcraft 4.5 mi 7.6
KALAMAZOO COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Portage 7.5 mi 7.9
Woodland Elementary School Portage 6.9 mi 6.8
WoodsEdge Learning Center Portage 7.7 mi 7.7
ST MICHAEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portage 7.2 mi 6.4
Haverhill Elementary School Portage 7.6 mi 5.3
Moorsbridge Elementary School Portage 7.4 mi 7.4
Portage Community High School Portage 8.0 mi 6.5
Portage West Middle School Portage 7.6 mi 7.4
Loy Norrix High School Kalamazoo 8.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49097 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,051

Median Home Value

$224,400

Median Rent

$933/mo

Population

11,452

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

84.3%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunset Lake Elementary School

What grades does Sunset Lake Elementary School serve?

Sunset Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sunset Lake Elementary School?

Sunset Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Lake Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Lake Elementary School 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 Sunset Lake Elementary School rank in MI?

Sunset Lake Elementary School ranks #1,878 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Sunset Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunset Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Lake Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Lake Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sunset Lake Elementary School a charter school?

No, Sunset Lake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sunset Lake Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sunset Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Lake Elementary School?

37.4% of students at Sunset Lake 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kalamazoo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

District

Vicksburg Community Schools
District Enrollment
2,600
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,964
District Rank
#5 of 6

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