SUNSET PRIMARY SCHOOL
Sunset Primary is a public elementary school that is part of the University Place School District school district, located in UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA with about 485 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. With about 30 teachers, Sunset Primary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Primary is a public elementary school located in University Place, Washington, and is part of the University Place School District. Serving students in the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and student engagement. As part of a highly-regarded district, Sunset Primary benefits from a strong focus on community involvement and a commitment to preparing students for future educational success.
The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often integrating modern instructional practices with traditional learning foundations. By maintaining a close connection to the University Place School District’s broader educational goals, Sunset Primary emphasizes clear communication, rigorous standards, and a collaborative partnership between teachers, parents, and students. Prospective families or interested parties can find more detailed information regarding the school's programs, calendar, and administration through their official website at [http://www.upsd.wednet.edu](http://www.upsd.wednet.edu).
For more information, contact Sunset Primary at (253) 566-5640 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA 98466
(253) 566-5640
http://www.upsd.wednet.edu
SUNSET PRIMARY SCHOOL is a public school in UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA with about 485 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- University Place School District
- Total Students:
- 485
- Teachers:
- 30.86
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- 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 485 students
- White
- 51.1%
- Two or more races
- 19.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 14.8%
- Black or African American
- 6.8%
- Asian
- 4.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 3.3%
- Female
- 43.9%
- Male
- 56.1%
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.