Below Average
#696 of 864 schools in NM
Sunset Elementary
Elementary School · ROSWELL
606 WEST OCONNOR ROAD, Roswell, NM 88201
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#696 of 864
In Roswell
#18 of 22
public schools
In district
#18 of 22
ROSWELL
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Sunset Elementary
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About Sunset Elementary
Sunset Elementary is a public elementary school in Roswell, NM, part of ROSWELL. Sunset Elementary serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #696 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sunset Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Sunset Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
55% 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 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from NM 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: 6.5/10.
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
606 WEST OCONNOR ROAD, Roswell, NM 88201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SIDNEY GUTIERREZ MIDDLE (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILITARY HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTERREY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Roswell, see our Roswell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY HIGH Roswell | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Roswell | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE Roswell | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| SIDNEY GUTIERREZ MIDDLE Roswell | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY Roswell | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ROSWELL HIGH Roswell | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| PECOS ELEMENTARY Roswell | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Roswell | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| MISSOURI AVE ELEMENTARY Roswell | 4.0 mi | 3.7 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE Roswell | 4.3 mi | 5.4 |
| NANCY LOPEZ ELEMENTARY Roswell | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PARKVIEW EARLY LITERACY CENTER Roswell | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
| MESA MIDDLE Roswell | 4.5 mi | 3.8 |
| EL CAPITAN ELEMENTARY Roswell | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| WASHINGTON AVE ELEMENTARY Roswell | 4.8 mi | 5.4 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Roswell | 5.7 mi | 4.3 |
| MILITARY HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Roswell | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| EAST GRAND PLAINS ELEMENTARY Roswell | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roswell | 6.4 mi | 6.9 |
| GODDARD HIGH Roswell | 6.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,752
Median Home Value
$202,600
Median Rent
$957/mo
Population
27,715
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
37.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 4.9 |
| ROUTE 66 ELEMENTARY Moriarty, NM | 4.9 |
| ARMIJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.0 |
| BUENA VISTA ELEMENTARY Alamogordo, NM | 5.0 |
| LA PROMESA ELEMENTARY Belen, NM | 5.0 |
| MOUNTAIN MAHOGANY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Elementary
What grades does Sunset Elementary serve?
Sunset Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Elementary?
Sunset Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary is 15.3:1. 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 #696 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Sunset Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% 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?
100.0% 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 245
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Chaves County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.1%
- Phone
- (575) 637-3575
Resources & Links
District
ROSWELL- District Enrollment
- 9,386
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,716
- District Rank
- #18 of 22
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