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#124 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 6% in state

Sunnyside Elementary

Elementary School · Pullman School District

425 SW Shirley, Pullman, WA 99163

Enrollment

316

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#124 of 2,228

In Pullman

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Pullman School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Sunnyside Elementary

9.0/10

Elementary School in Pullman · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sunnyside Elementary

Sunnyside Elementary is a public elementary school in Pullman, WA, part of Pullman School District. Sunnyside Elementary serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunnyside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #124 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Sunnyside Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65.6% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.6% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+13.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.2 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,771
Chronic Absenteeism11.4%

Sunnyside Elementary — Students at Sunnyside Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
65.4%
ELA
65.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Sunnyside Elementary Compares

See how Sunnyside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
95th percentile in WA
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

425 SW Shirley, Pullman, WA 99163

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunnyside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.7/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Moscow), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Kamiak Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pullman, see our Pullman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PULLMAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pullman 0.3 mi 6.5
Pullman Community Montessori Pullman 0.4 mi 7.1
Lincoln Middle School Pullman 0.8 mi 7.7
Jefferson Elementary Pullman 1.0 mi 6.2
Franklin Elementary Pullman 1.1 mi 9.4
Pullman High School Pullman 1.4 mi 7.5
Kamiak Elementary Pullman 1.5 mi 9.6
GUARDIAN ANGEL-ST BONIFACE SCHOOL Colton 11.1 mi
LOGOS SCHOOL Moscow 8.0 mi 6.5
Colton School Colton 11.4 mi 7.0
WEST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow 8.4 mi 9.7
PARADISE CREEK REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Moscow 8.9 mi
J RUSSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow 9.0 mi 9.0
MOSCOW HIGH SCHOOL Moscow 9.1 mi 7.5
PALOUSE PRAIRIE CHARTER SCHOOL Moscow 9.2 mi 8.8
ST MARY'S PARISH SCHOOL Moscow 9.4 mi 6.8
LENA WHITMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow 9.6 mi 7.9
MOSCOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Moscow 9.8 mi 7.7
MOSCOW CHARTER SCHOOL Moscow 10.0 mi 7.7
A B MCDONALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow 10.3 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99163 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,401

Median Home Value

$412,700

Median Rent

$1,011/mo

Population

33,692

College Educated

62.8%

Homeownership

33.7%

Avg Commute

14.2 min

Poverty Rate

30.3%

Median Age

23

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunnyside Elementary

What grades does Sunnyside Elementary serve?

Sunnyside Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sunnyside Elementary?

Sunnyside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunnyside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunnyside Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sunnyside Elementary rank in WA?

Sunnyside Elementary ranks #124 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Sunnyside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunnyside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Sunnyside Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunnyside Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sunnyside Elementary a charter school?

No, Sunnyside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sunnyside Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sunnyside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunnyside Elementary?

27.5% of students at Sunnyside 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Whitman County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

District

Pullman School District
District Enrollment
2,689
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,771
District Rank
#3 of 6

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