SUNSET RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Sunset Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Pendergast Elementary District (4283) school district, located in Glendale, AZ with about 658 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 32 teachers, Sunset Ridge Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Sunset Ridge Elementary School is a public school located in Glendale, Arizona, and is part of the Pendergast Elementary School District. Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational foundation that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and preparation for future success. The school environment is structured to support diverse learners, often incorporating district-wide curriculum standards designed to meet the evolving needs of students in the 85305 area.
As a member of the Pendergast Elementary School District, Sunset Ridge leverages district resources to offer various academic programs, extracurricular activities, and community engagement opportunities. The school places a high priority on fostering a safe and inclusive learning atmosphere, encouraging active participation from both students and families. By maintaining a focus on core subjects alongside supportive instructional strategies, Sunset Ridge aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are equipped with the skills necessary for their transition to middle and high school.
For more information, contact Sunset Ridge Elementary School at (623) 772-2200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Glendale, AZ 85305
(623) 772-2200
SUNSET RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Glendale, AZ with about 658 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Pendergast Elementary District (4283)
- Total Students:
- 658
- Teachers:
- 32.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Provision 2
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 658 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SUNSET RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 72% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 71.9%
- White
- 11.6%
- Black or African American
- 7.9%
- Asian
- 4.1%
- Two or more races
- 3.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 49.1%
- Male
- 50.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.