Serving 415 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunset View Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sunset View Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Sunset View Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset View Elementary School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
63%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset View Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset View Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Sunset View Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Petroglyph Elementary School, Ventana Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sunset View Elementary School?
415 students attend Sunset View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sunset View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset View Elementary School?
Sunset View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sunset View Elementary School offer ?
Sunset View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset View Elementary School part of?
Sunset View Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset View Elementary School located?
Sunset View Elementary School is located in the Paradise Hills Civic neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 3 other public schools located in Paradise Hills Civic.
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