Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunnyside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnyside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sunnyside Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Sunnyside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyside Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#893 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyside Elementary School's ranking?
Sunnyside Elementary School is ranked #893 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sunnyside Elementary School?
466 students attend Sunnyside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Sunnyside Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunnyside Elementary School?
Sunnyside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sunnyside Elementary School offer ?
Sunnyside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunnyside Elementary School part of?
Sunnyside Elementary School is part of Marysville School District.
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