Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sunset Terrace Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Math Proficiency: 45%
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Sunset Terrace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Sunset Terrace Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
The diversity score of Sunset Terrace Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
25%
12%
White
44%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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Sunset Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington District-wide Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sunset Terrace Elementary School?
412 students attend Sunset Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sunset Terrace Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Terrace Elementary School?
Sunset Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sunset Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Terrace Elementary School part of?
Sunset Terrace Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
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