Sunset Ridge Elementary

348 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Sunset Ridge Elementary School is a public school located in the coastal community of Pacifica, California, serving students in grades TK through 5. Part of the Pacifica School District, the school is situated in a quiet residential area, benefiting from the scenic, small-town atmosphere of the Pacific coast. It is known for its focus on providing a foundational education that emphasizes both academic development and social-emotional growth within a close-knit neighborhood environment.

The school community at Sunset Ridge is generally characterized by a collaborative relationship between dedicated staff, active parents, and the local community. By utilizing the unique geography of its Pacifica location, the school often integrates its surrounding environment into its culture, fostering a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and teachers. As a pillar of the local district, it remains committed to preparing elementary-age students for successful transitions into middle school and beyond.

348

Total Students

18.0

Full-Time Teachers

19.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

41.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sunset Ridge Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	67
Hispanic	131
Black	7
Asian	81
Two or More	59
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
131 (37.6%)
Asian
81 (23.3%)
White
67 (19.3%)
Two or More
59 (17.0%)
Black
7 (2.0%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.6%)
American Indian
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Pacifica
Phone:	(650)738-6687
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	348
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	18.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	127
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	18

* 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

Kindergarten 88

Grade 1 46

Grade 2 45

Grade 3 57

Grade 4 58

Grade 5 54