Sunset Middle School

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

sms.svvsd.org

377 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Sunset Middle School, located at 1300 S. Sunset in Longmont, Colorado, is a dedicated educational institution within the St. Vrain Valley School District (SVVSD). The school is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to explore their potential through a diverse range of academic and extracurricular opportunities. With a focus on preparing students for the transition to high school, Sunset Middle emphasizes both core curriculum excellence and the development of well-rounded, socially responsible individuals.

The school is known for its integration of technology and innovative teaching practices, reflecting the broader forward-thinking culture of the St. Vrain Valley district. By prioritizing student engagement and community involvement, Sunset Middle School strives to provide a supportive atmosphere that empowers students to achieve academic success while building critical thinking skills. Those interested in learning more about the school’s specific programs, athletic offerings, or enrollment details can visit their official website at http://sms.svvsd.org.

377

Total Students

26.3

Full-Time Teachers

14.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

49.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sunset Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	162
Hispanic	193
Black	4
Asian	9
Two or More	7
American Indian	2

Hispanic
193 (51.2 %)
White
162 (43.0 %)
Asian
9 (2.4 %)
Two or More
7 (1.9 %)
Black
4 (1.1 %)
American Indian
2 (0.5 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J
Phone:	(303)776-3963
Website:	http://sms.svvsd.org
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	377
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	26.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	160
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	25

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 112

Grade 7 123

Grade 8 142