SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sunset Elementary School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the St. Landry Parish school district, located in Sunset, LA with about 394 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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 18 teachers, Sunset Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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 at 236 Church Hill St. in Sunset, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community in St. Landry Parish. As a primary school, it focuses on providing core academic instruction and fostering the developmental needs of young students. The school is situated in the heart of Sunset, a small town known for its close-knit community atmosphere, and it plays a central role in the lives of local families by offering a structured environment for early learning and social growth.

The school operates as part of the St. Landry Parish School District, adhering to the state’s educational standards while working to meet the specific needs of its rural student population. Beyond academics, Sunset Elementary often emphasizes the importance of community engagement and character building. By providing a safe and supportive campus, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition into middle school, maintaining a legacy of service to the Sunset community and the surrounding areas of St. Landry Parish.

For more information, contact Sunset Elementary School at (337) 662-3194 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.