Serving 1,076 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sunrise Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,076 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunrise Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sunrise Elementary School's student population of 1,076 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
1,076 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Responsibility, Respect, Resilience
School Rankings
Sunrise Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#935 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunrise Elementary School's ranking?
Sunrise Elementary School is ranked #935 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sunrise Elementary School often compared to?
Sunrise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sunrise Elementary School?
1,076 students attend Sunrise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Sunrise Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunrise Elementary School?
Sunrise Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunrise Elementary School offer ?
Sunrise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sunrise Elementary School part of?
Sunrise Elementary School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunrise Elementary School located?
Sunrise Elementary School is located in the Anatolia neighborhood of Rancho Cordova, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Anatolia.
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