SUNSET HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sunset Hill Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lawrence school district, located in Lawrence, KS with about 383 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 25 teachers, Sunset Hill Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Hill Elementary, located at 901 Schwarz Rd in Lawrence, Kansas, is a public school serving the Lawrence Public Schools (USD 497) district. Situated in a residential area on the west side of Lawrence, the school is known for fostering a supportive, community-oriented environment. It serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade, emphasizing academic growth, social-emotional development, and a collaborative partnership between educators, students, and families.

As part of the Lawrence school district, Sunset Hill benefits from the district’s focus on personalized learning and inclusive education. The school typically engages in a variety of extracurricular activities and community-building events designed to enrich the student experience. By maintaining a strong connection to the local neighborhood, Sunset Hill strives to provide a welcoming atmosphere where children are encouraged to develop both as scholars and as active, responsible members of the community.

For more information, contact Sunset Hill Elem at (785) 832-5880 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.