Sunset was built in 1977 and opened its doors that same year. Beginning in the late 1990s, Sunset became one of many overcrowded schools in the county, due to the recent population explosion in the metropolitan area. This forced the school district to build two other schools in the area, Felix Varela High School and John A. Ferguson High School, to relieve overcrowding at Sunset and other nearby high schools.
Academics
This school was given a grade of "C" by the Florida Department of Education in 2003-2004 and 2004-2005. It was only a few points away from receiving a "B" grade.
Athletics
The Athletic Director is George Phelan.
Miami Sunset's soccer team were the National Champions in 2004 and 2005.
One prominent athletic alumnus is Raul Ibanez, in 2006, an outfielder for the Seattle Mariners.
Alma mater lyrics
Sunset High to you we are loyal long keep your standards high Like the knights of old, let us uphold our colors the silver, black, and gold We believe in fairness and justice these let us not deny That when all is said and done we will always stand as one and we'll honor you our Sunset High!
