Serving 649 students in grades 3-5, Sunset Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sunset Avenue Elementary School's student population of 649 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to educate all students to their highest level of academic performance, to support them socially and emotionally, and to prepare them to become productive and contributing members of a modern society.
School Rankings
Sunset Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Avenue Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1485 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
43%
22%
Black
34%
24%
White
15%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1485 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sunset Avenue Elementary School?
649 students attend Sunset Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sunset Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Avenue Elementary School?
Sunset Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sunset Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Avenue Elementary School part of?
Sunset Avenue Elementary School is part of Clinton City Schools.
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