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#464 of 864 schools in NM
Sunset View Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
6121 PARADISE BLVD NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#464 of 864
In Albuquerque
#88 of 190
public schools
In district
#73 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Sunset View Elementary
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About Sunset View Elementary
Sunset View Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Sunset View Elementary serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #464 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset View Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Sunset View Elementary — Students at Sunset View Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 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: 3.5/10.
How Sunset View Elementary Compares
See how Sunset View 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
6121 PARADISE BLVD NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COYOTE WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUNTAIN VIEW PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VENTANA RANCH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JAMES MONROE MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| PARADISE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| SIERRA VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| VENTANA RANCH ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| VOLCANO VISTA HIGH Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| COYOTE WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 9.5 |
| TONY HILLERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| CHAMIZA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| TIERRA ANTIGUA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| MARIE M HUGHES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| JOE HARRIS ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| L.B. JOHNSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| PETROGLYPH ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CROSS OF HOPE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| SEVEN BAR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| MAGGIE CORDOVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rio Rancho | 3.3 mi | 3.6 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW PRIVATE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PUESTA DEL SOL ELEMENTARY Rio Rancho | 3.5 mi | 3.5 |
| GOSPEL LIGHT BAPTIST ACADEMY Rio Rancho | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| BOSQUE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,768
Median Home Value
$296,200
Median Rent
$1,321/mo
Population
70,064
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
37.3
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| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY Columbus, NM | 6.0 |
| DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY Los Lunas, NM | 6.0 |
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| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 6.0 |
| METTIE JORDAN ELEMENTARY Eunice, NM | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset View Elementary
What grades does Sunset View Elementary serve?
Sunset View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset View Elementary?
Sunset View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset View Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset View Elementary rank in NM?
Sunset View Elementary ranks #464 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Sunset View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset View Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunset View Elementary a charter school?
No, Sunset View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sunset View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset View Elementary?
68.4% of students at Sunset View 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
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.4%
- Phone
- (505) 792-3254
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #73 of 169
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