Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sunset Primary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Primary School's student population of 376 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunset Primary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Primary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#75 out of 1196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
71%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Primary School's ranking?
Sunset Primary School is ranked #75 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sunset Primary School often compared to?
Sunset Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trillium Creek Primary School, Bolton Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Sunset Primary School?
376 students attend Sunset Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sunset Primary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset Primary School?
Sunset Primary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset Primary School offer ?
Sunset Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sunset Primary School part of?
Sunset Primary School is part of West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3j School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset Primary School located?
Sunset Primary School is located in the Sunset neighborhood of West Linn, OR.
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