SUNBURST SCHOOL

Sunburst School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Washington Elementary School District (4260) school district, located in Glendale, AZ with about 641 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 36 teachers, Sunburst School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Sunburst School, located in Glendale, Arizona, is a public elementary school serving students in kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Washington Elementary School District (WESD), the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, critical thinking, and the development of well-rounded students. The campus serves as a central hub for the local community, striving to prepare its diverse student body for success in high school and beyond through a curriculum aligned with state standards.

Beyond its core academic instruction, Sunburst School places a strong focus on community engagement and the holistic development of its students. The school encourages participation in various extracurricular activities and utilizes district resources to ensure that students receive comprehensive support, including social-emotional learning opportunities. By maintaining a collaborative relationship between educators, parents, and the surrounding Glendale community, Sunburst aims to cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Sunburst School at (602) 896-6400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

14218 N 47th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
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SUNBURST SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Glendale, AZ with about 641 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
641
Teachers:
36.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 641 students

White
47.3%
Hispanic/Latino
36.5%
Black or African American
7.3%
Two or more races
5.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.2%
Asian
1.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

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.