Very Good
#388 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 32% in state
Sunset Elementary School
Elementary School · Hermiston SD 8
300 E Catherine Ave, Hermiston, OR 97838
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#388 of 1,226
In Hermiston
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
Hermiston SD 8
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Sunset Elementary School
Sunset Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hermiston, OR, part of Hermiston SD 8. Sunset Elementary School serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #388 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Sunset 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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Sunset Elementary School — Students at Sunset Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from OR 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: 7.5/10.
How Sunset Elementary School Compares
See how Sunset Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 E Catherine Ave, Hermiston, OR 97838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highland Hills Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Desert View Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Park Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hermiston, see our Hermiston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hermiston High School Hermiston | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Rocky Heights Elementary School Hermiston | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| West Park Elementary School Hermiston | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Highland Hills Elementary School Hermiston | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Sandstone Middle School Hermiston | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Desert View Elementary School Hermiston | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Hermiston | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Armand Larive Middle School Hermiston | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| HERMISTON JUNIOR ACADEMY Hermiston | 1.5 mi | — |
| HERMISTON CHRISTIAN CENTER & SCHOOL Hermiston | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| McNary Heights Elementary School Umatilla | 5.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Stanfield Elementary School Stanfield | 4.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Stanfield Secondary School Stanfield | 4.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Umatilla High School Umatilla | 5.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Clara Brownell Middle School Umatilla | 5.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Echo School Echo | 8.6 mi | 9.2 |
| A C Houghton Elementary School Irrigon | 10.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Irrigon Elementary School Irrigon | 10.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Irrigon Junior/Senior High School Irrigon | 10.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Morrow Education Center Irrigon | 11.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,032
Median Home Value
$274,400
Median Rent
$1,046/mo
Population
27,979
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aumsville Elementary School Aumsville, OR | 7.2 |
| Candalaria Elementary School Salem, OR | 7.2 |
| Durham Elementary School Tigard, OR | 7.2 |
| Kathryn Jones Harrison Elementary School Corvallis, OR | 7.2 |
| Kelso Elementary School Sandy, OR | 7.2 |
| Riverview School Lebanon, OR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Elementary School
What grades does Sunset Elementary School serve?
Sunset Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Elementary School?
Sunset Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset Elementary School rank in OR?
Sunset Elementary School ranks #388 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Sunset Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sunset Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunset Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunset Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Elementary School?
66.6% of students at Sunset 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
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Umatilla County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (541) 667-6700
Resources & Links
District
Hermiston SD 8- District Enrollment
- 5,420
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,546
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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