Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunrise Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunrise Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sunrise Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunrise Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#55 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
5%
White
82%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunrise Elementary School's ranking?
Sunrise Elementary School is ranked #55 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Sunrise Elementary School often compared to?
Sunrise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Stark Elementary School, Apple Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Sunrise Elementary School?
445 students attend Sunrise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Sunrise Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunrise Elementary School?
Sunrise Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Sunrise Elementary School offer ?
Sunrise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sunrise Elementary School part of?
Sunrise Elementary School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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