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#678 of 864 schools in NM
Sunset Elementary
Elementary School · CARLSBAD
923 N. WALTER ST., Carlsbad, NM 88220
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#678 of 864
In Carlsbad
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#8 of 13
CARLSBAD
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Sunset Elementary
Sunset Elementary is a public elementary school in Carlsbad, NM, part of CARLSBAD. Sunset Elementary serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #678 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Sunset 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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Sunset Elementary — Students at Sunset Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Sunset Elementary Compares
See how Sunset 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
923 N. WALTER ST., Carlsbad, NM 88220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOVING ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Loving), which scores notably higher. Another option is OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 29.5 miles away, in nearby Artesia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carlsbad, see our Carlsbad schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARLSBAD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL - PR LEYVA CAMPUS Carlsbad | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| JEFFERSON MONTESSORI Carlsbad | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| CARLSBAD SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY - ALTA VISTA CAMPUS Carlsbad | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CARLSBAD ENRICHMENT CENTER Carlsbad | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Carlsbad | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| HILLCREST PRESCHOOL Carlsbad | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| CARLSBAD HIGH Carlsbad | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| CARLSBAD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH Carlsbad | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| DESERT WILLOW ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| LOVING ELEMENTARY Loving | 13.5 mi | 9.1 |
| LOVING MIDDLE Loving | 13.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LOVING HIGH Loving | 13.6 mi | 5.3 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 28.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE Artesia | 29.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Artesia | 29.6 mi | 6.1 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia | 29.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ARTESIA HIGH Artesia | 29.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,668
Median Home Value
$192,600
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
40,151
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
37.9
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|---|---|
| ARMIJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.0 |
| MARYANN BINFORD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.0 |
| PAJARITO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.0 |
| PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 5.0 |
| ARTS ACADEMY AT BELLA VISTA Clovis, NM | 5.1 |
| CHAMIZA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Elementary
What grades does Sunset Elementary serve?
Sunset Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Elementary?
Sunset Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset Elementary rank in NM?
Sunset Elementary ranks #678 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Sunset Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunset Elementary a charter school?
No, Sunset Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sunset Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Elementary?
36.5% of students at Sunset 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 419
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Eddy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.7%
- Phone
- (575) 234-3300
Resources & Links
District
CARLSBAD- District Enrollment
- 7,343
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,304
- District Rank
- #8 of 13
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