Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunset Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Elementary School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
1%
1%
White
90%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Sunset Elementary School?
299 students attend Sunset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sunset Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Elementary School?
Sunset Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sunset Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Elementary School part of?
Sunset Elementary School is part of Park County School District # 6.
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