Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sunrise Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunrise Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunrise Elementary School's student population of 375 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunrise Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 2113 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
44%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunrise Elementary School's ranking?
Sunrise Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sunrise Elementary School?
375 students attend Sunrise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sunrise Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunrise Elementary School?
Sunrise Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sunrise Elementary School offer ?
Sunrise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sunrise Elementary School part of?
Sunrise Elementary School is part of Northshore School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunrise Elementary School located?
Sunrise Elementary School is located in the English Hill neighborhood of Redmond, WA.
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