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#509 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 26% in state

Sunnyside Elementary

Elementary School · MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

2070 COUNTY RD H, New Brighton, MN 55112

Enrollment

488

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

7.2

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#509 of 1,992

In New Brighton

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#7 of 18

MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Sunnyside Elementary

7.2/10

Elementary School in New Brighton · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sunnyside Elementary

Sunnyside Elementary is a public elementary school in New Brighton, MN, part of MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sunnyside Elementary serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunnyside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #509 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Sunnyside Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,884
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Sunnyside Elementary — Students at Sunnyside Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
47%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Sunnyside Elementary Compares

See how Sunnyside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
75th percentile in MN
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2070 COUNTY RD H, New Brighton, MN 55112

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunnyside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEL AIR ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pike Lake Kindergarten Center (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GLOBAL ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Brighton, see our New Brighton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
IRONDALE SENIOR HIGH New Brighton 0.3 mi 6.0
Edgewood Middle School Mounds View 0.5 mi 6.8
Mounds View Adult Education Mounds View 0.9 mi
MOUNDS VIEW ALC Mounds View 0.9 mi 5.3
Pike Lake Kindergarten Center New Brighton 1.5 mi 7.4
Pinewood Elementary Mounds View 1.4 mi 5.2
Fridley Moore Lk Area Learning Ctr Fridley 1.4 mi 5.6
TOTINO-GRACE HIGH SCHOOL Fridley 1.6 mi 5.9
Highview Middle School New Brighton 2.1 mi 6.3
EARLY EDUCATION Spring Lake Park 1.9 mi 5.3
SLP Schools Online Elementary Spring Lake Park 1.9 mi
Speech Program - Sp Ed Program New Brighton 2.1 mi 3.9
ECSE PROGRAM New Brighton 2.1 mi 5.8
BIRTH TO TWO ECSE New Brighton 2.1 mi 3.9
BEL AIR ELEMENTARY New Brighton 2.4 mi 8.2
North Park School for Innovation Fridley 2.1 mi 2.9
GLOBAL ACADEMY New Brighton 2.5 mi 6.4
SPRING LAKE PARK SENIOR HIGH Spring Lake Park 2.1 mi 5.0
SLP Schools Online Secondary Spring Lake Park 2.1 mi 4.6
Woodcrest El. Spanish Immersion Fridley 2.0 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,823

Median Home Value

$338,800

Median Rent

$1,322/mo

Population

45,680

College Educated

48.1%

Homeownership

68.9%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunnyside Elementary

What grades does Sunnyside Elementary serve?

Sunnyside Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Sunnyside Elementary?

Sunnyside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunnyside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunnyside Elementary is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sunnyside Elementary rank in MN?

Sunnyside Elementary ranks #509 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Sunnyside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunnyside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Sunnyside Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunnyside Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sunnyside Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sunnyside Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sunnyside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunnyside Elementary?

54.3% of students at Sunnyside 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ramsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

District

MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
11,632
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,884
District Rank
#7 of 18

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