Sunset Primary

Sunset Primary serves 545 students in prekindergarten through fourth grade in University Place, Washington. With 30 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio, providing a supportive learning environment for young learners. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.2 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #373 out of 2,261 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 84th percentile.

Students show solid achievement across core subjects, with 64% demonstrating proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 67% meet or exceed proficiency standards in Mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to building foundational skills during these crucial early learning years. Sunset Primary draws families from the well-established University Place community, where the median household income reaches $89,047 and 42% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 7.4% and median home values of $491,600 reflect a stable, education-focused community that values academic achievement. Located on 97th Avenue West, Sunset Primary operates within Pierce County's large suburban setting, offering families the benefits of both community connectivity and access to the broader educational and cultural resources of the Puget Sound region.