Serving 802 students in grades 6-7, Sunrise Ridge Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunrise Ridge Intermediate serves the southern part of Saint George, UT, covering an area of approximately 83.5 square miles. Most students are within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 17.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunrise Ridge Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunrise Ridge Intermediate's student population of 802 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
802 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
ENSURING HIGH LEVELS OF LEARNING FOR EVERY STUDENT
School Rankings
Sunrise Ridge Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise Ridge Intermediate is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#179 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunrise Ridge Intermediate's ranking?
Sunrise Ridge Intermediate is ranked #179 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Sunrise Ridge Intermediate often compared to?
Sunrise Ridge Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Tonaquint Intermediate, Vista School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Sunrise Ridge Intermediate?
802 students attend Sunrise Ridge Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sunrise Ridge Intermediate students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunrise Ridge Intermediate?
Sunrise Ridge Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunrise Ridge Intermediate offer ?
Sunrise Ridge Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Sunrise Ridge Intermediate part of?
Sunrise Ridge Intermediate is part of Washington School District.
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