Sunset Ridge Elementary

Sunset Ridge Elementary serves 298 students from prekindergarten through fourth grade in Middleton, Wisconsin, consistently earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. Ranked #197 out of 2,112 Wisconsin schools, placing it in the 91st percentile, the school maintains a strong academic focus with impressive results across core subjects. Students at Sunset Ridge demonstrate solid proficiency rates, with 63% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading, and an even stronger 77% achieving proficiency in mathematics.

The school's 13:1 student-teacher ratio, supported by 23 full-time equivalent teachers, allows for meaningful individual attention and personalized instruction. The school's academic excellence rating of 9.6 out of 10 reflects the dedication of both staff and the engaged parent community. Families are drawn to the school's commitment to early childhood education, beginning with prekindergarten programs that establish strong foundational skills for future learning.

Located on Airport Road in Middleton's well-established suburban community, Sunset Ridge serves a neighborhood where 67% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, creating an environment that strongly values education. The surrounding area features tree-lined streets and family-friendly amenities, with a median household income of $96,515 and low poverty rate of 6.1%, contributing to a stable and supportive learning environment.