Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Sunrise Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunrise Elementary serves a central area in Appleton, WI, covering approximately 3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunrise Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunrise Elementary School's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
456 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Students will grow as problem solvers to reach their potential in academics, arts and co-curriculars.
School Rankings
Sunrise Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#150 out of 1962 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunrise Elementary School's ranking?
Sunrise Elementary School is ranked #150 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Sunrise Elementary School often compared to?
Sunrise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland School, Edison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Sunrise Elementary School?
456 students attend Sunrise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Sunrise Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunrise Elementary School?
Sunrise Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sunrise Elementary School offer ?
Sunrise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sunrise Elementary School part of?
Sunrise Elementary School is part of Kimberly Area School District.
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