Sunset Elementary School

sses.wcs.edu

616 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Sunset Elementary School, located in the affluent community of Brentwood, Tennessee, is a highly regarded public school serving students in the Williamson County School District. Known for its strong academic focus and commitment to student development, the school consistently maintains high performance ratings. It emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that integrates core subjects with opportunities for creative and social growth, fostering a supportive environment that encourages both intellectual curiosity and character building.

The school benefits from a robust partnership between highly qualified educators, an active parent-teacher organization, and a deeply engaged community. By prioritizing individualized instruction and a collaborative culture, Sunset Elementary creates a nurturing atmosphere where students are prepared for success in middle school and beyond. Its location in a suburban residential area further underscores its role as a central hub for families in the Brentwood region, reflecting the district’s reputation for excellence in education.

616

Total Students

41.8

Full-Time Teachers

14.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sunset Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	400
Hispanic	37
Black	26
Asian	113
Two or More	40

White
400 (64.9%)
Asian
113 (18.3%)
Two or More
40 (6.5%)
Hispanic
37 (6.0%)
Black
26 (4.2%)

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:	No
District:	Williamson County
Phone:	(615)472-5020
Website:	http://sses.wcs.edu
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	616
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	41.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* 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

Pre-Kindergarten 9

Kindergarten 87

Grade 1 95

Grade 2 100

Grade 3 100

Grade 4 107

Grade 5 118