SUNSET HIGH SCHOOL

SUNSET H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 1,983 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 124 teachers, SUNSET H S 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 High School, located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, Texas, is a historic institution within the Dallas Independent School District. Established in 1925, the school is well-regarded for its long-standing tradition and its iconic, castle-like architecture, which is a recognizable landmark in the community. It serves a diverse student body and is known for fostering a strong sense of school spirit and neighborhood identity among its alumni and current students, often referred to as "Bison" pride.

Academically, Sunset High School provides a comprehensive educational program that includes a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and extracurricular opportunities. The school emphasizes college and career readiness, striving to support its students through various academic initiatives and community partnerships. By balancing its rich historical heritage with a modern focus on student achievement, Sunset High School continues to play a pivotal role in the educational landscape of the Dallas community.

For more information, contact SUNSET H S at (972) 502-1500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2120 W JEFFERSON BLVD
DALLAS, TX 75208-5599
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SUNSET HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in DALLAS, TX with about 1,983 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
DALLAS ISD
Total Students:
1,983
Teachers:
124.31
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
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 1,983 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SUNSET HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 96% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
95.8%
Black or African American
2.2%
White
1.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Two or more races
0.3%
Asian
0.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

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.