Serving 363 students in grades 3-5, Sunrise Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunrise Elementary serves the eastern part of Las Cruces, NM, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 129.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunrise Elementary School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Hand in Hand, Together WE can!
School Rankings
Sunrise Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
93%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
6%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunrise Elementary School's ranking?
Sunrise Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sunrise Elementary School?
363 students attend Sunrise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sunrise Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunrise Elementary School?
Sunrise Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sunrise Elementary School offer ?
Sunrise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunrise Elementary School part of?
Sunrise Elementary School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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