Serving 536 students in grades 6-8, Sunrise Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunrise Middle School serves the northeast part of Kearney, NE, covering an attendance area of approximately 83.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with distances from the school to the zone edges averaging 6 miles and extending up to 11.9 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunrise Middle School's student population of 536 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunrise Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Silver Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunrise Middle School's ranking?
Sunrise Middle School is ranked #447 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Sunrise Middle School?
536 students attend Sunrise Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sunrise Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunrise Middle School?
Sunrise Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sunrise Middle School offer ?
Sunrise Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunrise Middle School part of?
Sunrise Middle School is part of Kearney School District.
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