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Sunset Hills Elementary

Poway Unified · San Diego County · 9291 Oviedo Street, San Diego, CA 92129-2199

(858) 484-1600 · www.powayusd.com/pusdshes

9/10
#597
Rank 597 out of 5,722
Top 10%
English Language Arts9/10 · #677 · 88th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #593 · 90th percentile
Science10/10 · #505 · 91st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the well-planned neighborhoods of Rancho Peñasquitos in northern San Diego, Sunset Hills Elementary is a strong academic performer that draws families who value both rigorous instruction and a tight-knit community feel. As part of the highly regarded Poway Unified School District, it delivers consistently impressive results across English, math, and science — the kind of school where engaged parents and dedicated teachers tend to reinforce each other. The surrounding area is suburban and family-friendly, with easy access to hiking trails and parks, making it a natural fit for families who want a safe, active community alongside a school they can genuinely count on.

Student Demographics

205 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
83 (40%)
Hispanic
37 (18%)
Asian
35 (17%)
Multiple Races
24 (12%)
Filipino
24 (12%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners18 (9%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged25 (12%)
Students with Disabilities29 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

381
Enrollment
16.2
Teachers (FTE)
23.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
26.9
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2947 · 51st percentile

92 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found