Below Average
#1854 of 1,992 schools in MN
Sunnyside Elementary
Elementary School · Red Wing Public School District
1669 SOUTHWOOD AVE, Red Wing, MN 55066
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,854 of 1,992
In Red Wing
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Red Wing Public School District
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Sunnyside Elementary
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About Sunnyside Elementary
Sunnyside Elementary is a public elementary school in Red Wing, MN, part of Red Wing Public School District. Sunnyside Elementary serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunnyside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,854 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Sunnyside Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Sunnyside Elementary 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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Sunnyside Elementary — Students at Sunnyside Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN 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: 2.6/10.
How Sunnyside Elementary Compares
See how Sunnyside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1669 SOUTHWOOD AVE, Red Wing, MN 55066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunnyside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOODHUE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Goodhue), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ellsworth Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Ellsworth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST FRANCIS SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Ellsworth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Red Wing, see our Red Wing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Twin Bluff School Red Wing | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Red Wing | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| COLVILL FAMILY EDUCATION CENTER Red Wing | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Reach Programs Red Wing | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Pathways Program Grades 8-12 Red Wing | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| 5RiversOnline Elementary Red Wing | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| 5RiversOnline Secondary Red Wing | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Red Wing Senior High Red Wing | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| MCF-Red Wing Maginnis High School Red Wing | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Burnside Elementary Red Wing | 4.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Creekstone Montessori Red Wing | 4.8 mi | 4.3 |
| RED COTTAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Red Wing | 4.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Tower View Alternative High School Red Wing | 5.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHNS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Goodhue | 9.5 mi | 4.3 |
| GOODHUE ELEMENTARY Goodhue | 11.2 mi | 8.0 |
| GOODHUE SECONDARY Goodhue | 11.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Ellsworth Middle Ellsworth | 12.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Ellsworth High Ellsworth | 12.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Ellsworth Elementary Ellsworth | 12.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Ellsworth | 12.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,529
Median Home Value
$237,800
Median Rent
$958/mo
Population
19,125
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
42.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunnyside Elementary
What grades does Sunnyside Elementary serve?
Sunnyside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Sunnyside Elementary?
Sunnyside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunnyside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunnyside Elementary is 13.7:1. 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 #1,854 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Sunnyside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunnyside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
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?
45.9% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Goodhue County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (651) 385-4570
Resources & Links
District
Red Wing Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,231
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,657
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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