SUNKIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sunkist Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hueneme Elementary school district, located in Port Hueneme, CA with about 651 students offering grade levels from 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 26 teachers, Sunkist Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Sunkist Elementary School, located in Port Hueneme, California, serves as a neighborhood school within the Hueneme Elementary School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes core educational standards, social-emotional development, and student success. As a vital part of the local community, it prioritizes a well-rounded curriculum designed to prepare its diverse student population for middle school and beyond, often focusing on building strong foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking.

The school’s website highlights its commitment to maintaining active communication with families and providing resources to help students thrive both inside and outside the classroom. By leveraging the tools and initiatives of the Hueneme Elementary School District, Sunkist Elementary encourages student engagement through various school-wide programs and community-centered activities. Its location on Teakwood Street positions it as a accessible local hub, dedicated to cultivating a safe, inclusive, and collaborative learning culture for its elementary-aged learners.

For more information, contact Sunkist Elementary at (805) 986-8722 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.