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#1558 of 1,992 schools in MN
Sunset Terrace Elementary
Elementary School · ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1707 19TH AVE NW, Rochester, MN 55901
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,558 of 1,992
In Rochester
#24 of 38
public schools
In district
#21 of 34
ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Sunset Terrace Elementary
Sunset Terrace Elementary is a public elementary school in Rochester, MN, part of ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sunset Terrace Elementary serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,558 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Terrace Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Sunset Terrace Elementary — Students at Sunset Terrace Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 3.0/10.
How Sunset Terrace Elementary Compares
See how Sunset Terrace Elementary 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
1707 19TH AVE NW, Rochester, MN 55901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Terrace Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCHESTER ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOLWELL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PIUS X SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOURDES HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| JOHN MARSHALL SENIOR HIGH Rochester | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ELTON HILLS ELEMENTARY Rochester | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Rochester | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Washington District-Wide Elementary Rochester | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE Rochester | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| ROCHESTER CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER Rochester | 1.3 mi | — |
| ROCHESTER ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester | 1.5 mi | — |
| HOOVER ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Early Childhood Assessment Rochester | 1.3 mi | — |
| ECSE Community Rochester | 1.3 mi | — |
| Hoover Early Learning School Rochester | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| FOLWELL ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| GAGE ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| BISHOP ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Rochester Beacon Academy Rochester | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Project Search Mayo Clinic Rochester | 2.0 mi | — |
| ROCHESTER ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY Rochester | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| KELLOGG MIDDLE Rochester | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,430
Median Home Value
$290,000
Median Rent
$1,321/mo
Population
58,260
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
34.9
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| ADAMS ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids, MN | 5.1 |
| AFTON-LAKELAND ELEMENTARY Lakeland, MN | 5.1 |
| ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY Hopkins, MN | 5.1 |
| COWERN ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul, MN | 5.1 |
| East Bethel Elementary School Cedar, MN | 5.1 |
| FIT Academy Apple Valley, MN | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Terrace Elementary
What grades does Sunset Terrace Elementary serve?
Sunset Terrace Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Terrace Elementary?
Sunset Terrace Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Terrace Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Terrace Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset Terrace Elementary rank in MN?
Sunset Terrace Elementary ranks #1,558 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Sunset Terrace Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Sunset Terrace Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Terrace Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunset Terrace Elementary a charter school?
No, Sunset Terrace Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Terrace Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sunset Terrace Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Terrace Elementary?
56.1% of students at Sunset Terrace 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Olmsted County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.9%
- Phone
- (507) 328-3770
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 17,342
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,804
- District Rank
- #21 of 34
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