Excellent
#1009 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 12% in state
Sunset EL
Elementary School · DUMAS ISD
P O BOX 716, Dumas, TX 79029
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,009 of 8,552
In Dumas
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
DUMAS ISD
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Sunset EL
Sunset EL is a public elementary school in Dumas, TX, part of DUMAS ISD. Sunset EL serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,009 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Sunset EL — Students at Sunset EL score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 8.5/10.
How Sunset EL Compares
See how Sunset EL 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
P O BOX 716, Dumas, TX 79029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNRAY EL (rated 8.0/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Sunray), with a comparable rating. Another option is MORNINGSIDE EL (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SANFORD-FRITCH EL (rated 6.4/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Fritch), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dumas, see our Dumas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DUMAS H S Dumas | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| DUMAS J H Dumas | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL Dumas | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| DUMAS INT Dumas | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| NORTH PLAINS OPPORTUNITY CENTER Dumas | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| CACTUS EL Cactus | 13.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SUNRAY H S Sunray | 14.3 mi | 9.0 |
| SUNRAY MIDDLE Sunray | 14.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SUNRAY EL Sunray | 14.6 mi | 8.0 |
| CHANNING SCHOOL Channing | 23.2 mi | 7.2 |
| MIMI FARLEY EL Boys Ranch | 26.8 mi | — |
| BLAKEMORE MIDDLE Boys Ranch | 26.9 mi | 8.8 |
| BOYS RANCH H S Boys Ranch | 26.9 mi | 6.0 |
| HARTLEY SCHOOL Hartley | 23.8 mi | 8.6 |
| SANFORD-FRITCH EL Fritch | 25.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SANFORD-FRITCH J H Fritch | 26.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SANFORD-FRITCH H S Fritch | 26.4 mi | 7.5 |
| STRATFORD H S Stratford | 34.4 mi | 9.3 |
| STRATFORD J H Stratford | 34.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MARY ALLEN EL Stratford | 34.6 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,188
Median Home Value
$152,800
Median Rent
$1,002/mo
Population
15,095
College Educated
12.9%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
29.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset EL
What grades does Sunset EL serve?
Sunset EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Sunset EL?
Sunset EL has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset EL 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 Sunset EL rank in TX?
Sunset EL ranks #1,009 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sunset EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sunset EL a charter school?
No, Sunset EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset EL a Title I school?
No, Sunset EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset EL?
81.6% of students at Sunset EL 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 310
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Moore County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (806) 935-2127
Resources & Links
District
DUMAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,301
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,527
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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