Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sunset Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunset Ranch Elementary School's student population of 554 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
554 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Ranch Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#937 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
49%
20%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Ranch Elementary School is ranked #937 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sunset Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sunset Ranch Elementary School?
554 students attend Sunset Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sunset Ranch Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Ranch Elementary School?
Sunset Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunset Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sunset Ranch Elementary School part of?
Sunset Ranch Elementary School is part of Rocklin Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset Ranch Elementary School located?
Sunset Ranch Elementary School is located in the Whitney Ranch neighborhood of Rocklin, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Whitney Ranch.
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