SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 1,178 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 79 teachers, SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the South Miami area, is a prominent magnet school within the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Known for its strong academic reputation, the school offers a highly regarded International Studies (IS) magnet program. This program is particularly noted for its trilingual curriculum, where students receive instruction in English as well as a second language—such as Spanish, French, or German—integrated into their daily core subject coursework.

Beyond its language immersion focus, Sunset Elementary is recognized for its diverse student body and commitment to preparing students for a global environment. The school consistently earns high performance ratings from the state and maintains a rigorous academic standard that attracts families from across the district. By blending traditional elementary education with intensive world language acquisition and cultural studies, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, multilingual students ready for success in an increasingly interconnected world.

For more information, contact SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (305) 661-8527 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.