Needs Improvement
#427 of 451 schools in ND
Sunnyside Elementary School
Elementary School · MINOT 1
1000 5th Ave SE, Minot, ND 58701
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#427 of 451
In Minot
#19 of 21
public schools
In district
#18 of 20
MINOT 1
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Sunnyside Elementary School
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About Sunnyside Elementary School
Sunnyside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Minot, ND, part of MINOT 1. Sunnyside Elementary School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunnyside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #427 of 451 schools in ND.
Structured state assessment records for Sunnyside Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- ND avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Sunnyside 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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Sunnyside Elementary School — Students at Sunnyside Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ND 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: 3.2/10.
How Sunnyside Elementary School Compares
See how Sunnyside Elementary School 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
1000 5th Ave SE, Minot, ND 58701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunnyside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOHN HOEVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEL AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minot, see our Minot schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| MINOT PUBLIC SCHOOLS K-5 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Minot | 0.9 mi | — |
| CENTRAL CAMPUS SCHOOL Minot | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| OUR REDEEMERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Minot | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| JIM HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Minot | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| BISHOP RYAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minot | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| JOHN HOEVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| MAGIC CITY CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL Minot | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| MINOT PUBLIC SCHOOLS 9-12 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Minot | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| SOURIS RIVER CAMPUS ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Minot | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PERKETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| BEL AIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ERIK RAMSTAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Minot | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| MINOT PUBLIC SCHOOLS 6-8 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Minot | 3.4 mi | — |
| NEDROSE HIGH SCHOOL Minot | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,329
Median Home Value
$270,200
Median Rent
$875/mo
Population
32,868
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LAKE AGASSIZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Forks, ND | 3.6 |
| MARY STARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mandan, ND | 3.6 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minot, ND | 3.8 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Devils Lake, ND | 3.8 |
| SURREY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Surrey, ND | 3.8 |
| JEANNETTE MYHRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck, ND | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunnyside Elementary School
What grades does Sunnyside Elementary School serve?
Sunnyside Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunnyside Elementary School?
Sunnyside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunnyside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunnyside Elementary School 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 Sunnyside Elementary School rank in ND?
Sunnyside Elementary School ranks #427 of 451 schools in ND.
What is Sunnyside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunnyside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunnyside Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunnyside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunnyside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunnyside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunnyside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunnyside Elementary School?
70.2% of students at Sunnyside 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (701) 857-4690
Resources & Links
District
MINOT 1- District Enrollment
- 7,680
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,253
- District Rank
- #18 of 20
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