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Sunset View Elementary School

Elementary School · Kennewick School District

711 NORTH CENTER PARKWAY, Kennewick, WA 99336

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,327 of 2,228

In Kennewick

#15 of 31

public schools

In district

#16 of 29

Kennewick School District

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Sunset View Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Kennewick · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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About Sunset View Elementary School

Sunset View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kennewick, WA, part of Kennewick School District. Sunset View Elementary School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,327 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Sunset View Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.2% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.1% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,202
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Sunset View Elementary School — Students at Sunset View Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 62.3% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
68%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
40.3%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
39.1%
ELA
42.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Sunset View Elementary School Compares

See how Sunset View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in WA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

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

711 NORTH CENTER PARKWAY, Kennewick, WA 99336

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunset View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Internet Pasco Academy of Learning (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Pasco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridge View Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kennewick, see our Kennewick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Vista Elementary School Kennewick 1.0 mi 8.5
Amon Creek Elementary Richland 1.0 mi 7.2
Ridge View Elementary School Kennewick 1.7 mi 8.0
Desert Hills Middle School Kennewick 1.8 mi 6.4
Fuerza Elementary Kennewick 2.0 mi 7.5
Mid-Columbia Parent Partnership Kennewick 2.0 mi 4.5
Badger Mountain Elementary Richland 2.0 mi 6.4
Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center Kennewick 1.9 mi
Edison Elementary School Kennewick 2.2 mi 5.0
KINGSPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pasco 2.5 mi 7.8
Cottonwood Elementary Kennewick 2.6 mi 6.9
Kamiakin High School Kennewick 2.3 mi 6.0
Mcloughlin Middle School Pasco 2.9 mi 4.5
Internet Pasco Academy of Learning Pasco 2.9 mi 8.1
Ruth Livingston Elementary Pasco 2.9 mi 7.9
Sage Crest Elementary Kennewick 3.2 mi 7.0
Endeavor High School Kennewick 2.7 mi
Legacy High School Kennewick 2.7 mi 3.0
Chiawana Senior High School Pasco 3.3 mi 3.9
Southridge High School Kennewick 3.3 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99336 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,308

Median Home Value

$292,300

Median Rent

$1,155/mo

Population

51,180

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

49.3%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

17.1%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunset View Elementary School

What grades does Sunset View Elementary School serve?

Sunset View Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sunset View Elementary School?

Sunset View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset View Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunset View Elementary School 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 School rank in WA?

Sunset View Elementary School ranks #1,327 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Sunset View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunset View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset View Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sunset View Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Sunset View Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sunset View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset View Elementary School?

60.4% of students at Sunset View 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Benton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

District

Kennewick School District
District Enrollment
18,805
Schools in District
33
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,202
District Rank
#16 of 29

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