Serving 543 students in grades 6-8, Sunrise Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 47% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 13:1 is higher than 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 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunrise Middle School's student population of 543 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Sunrise Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#478 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunrise Middle School's ranking?
Sunrise Middle School is ranked #478 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
543 students attend Sunrise Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sunrise Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunrise Middle School?
Sunrise Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than 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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