What grades does Sunset Elementary serve?

Sunset Elementary operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Pasadena area.

Where is Sunset Elementary located?

Sunset Elementary is a urban school in Pasadena, MD.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Elementary is 14.7:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Pasadena, MD?

Schools in Pasadena include Sunset Elementary and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Pasadena area.

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Sunset Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

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Pasadena, MD 21122

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Mon

4th Grade DIBELS TestingexamDistrict-wide

Sep

Wed

National IT Professionals DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Sep

Thu

Community Schools - English Classes Registration & TestingexamDistrict-wide

Oct

Tue

2-Hour Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Tue

🧡Project Unity Day. (1 of 4)Professional Development.Staff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Mon

No School for Students - Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

440

Student:Teacher

14.7:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

42.5%

Phone

(410)222-6478

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

25-29%

Math Proficiency

15-19%

Chronic Absenteeism

13.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

21 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.5:1

Worse than average in MD

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

851

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

31.5

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,624

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$10,970

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$21,355

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 34%Local 56%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$394,495

+0.8% 1yr+22.4% 5yr

Baltimore, MD metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

9.7%

Below 150% poverty line

4.2%

Unemployment rate

4.5%

Uninsured residents

6.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

11,201

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

10,023

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

2,012 (20%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,717 (17%)

Autism

1,480 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

1,470 (15%)

Intellectual Disability

301 (3%)

Emotional Disturbance

243 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

520

Current enrollment

Growing(+17% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 14, 2026

4th Grade DIBELS Testing

exam

Wed, Sep 16, 2026

National IT Professionals Day

Staff Day

Thu, Sep 17, 2026

Community Schools - English Classes Registration & Testing

exam

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Sunset Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Schools Closed - Labor DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	4th Grade DIBELS TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	National IT Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	Community Schools - English Classes Registration & TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	2-Hour Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	🧡Project Unity Day. (1 of 4)Professional Development.District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	No School for Students - Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	CogAT Testing for 2nd & 5th GradeDistrict-wide Testing will take place during the school day. Please make sure that students arrive to school ontime and ready to test!	exam	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	No School for Elementary & Middle School Students - Teacher Workday/PDDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Educational Support Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Schools closed for all students. Parent/Teacher Conferences. District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break - Anne Arundel County Public Schools	Break	—
Tue, Nov 24, 2026	Parent/ Teacher ConferenceDistrict-wide Parent/ Teacher Conference information will be sent directly from the homeroom teacher. Parents will be given an option of an in-person or vitual conference from the students teacher.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Schools Closed - Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Schools & Central offices closed. Thanksgiving HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 4, 2026	Holiday Movies/ CraftsDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	🧡Project Unity Day. (2 of 4)Professional Development.District-wide	Staff Day	—