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6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Sunrise, Florida

17 schools · 13 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 12
Private: 5
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10
Estimated Scores: 31%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.6/10

38% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$69,861

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$313,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
29%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
29 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
65%

Of occupied housing units

How Sunrise compares

Florida rank

#99 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$70k

93% of Florida median

Schools in this city

16

About Schools in Sunrise, Florida

Sunrise, Florida is home to 17 schools, including 12 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 13 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Sunrise show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Sunrise is Sawgrass Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Sunrise is served by 1 school district: BROWARD. These districts collectively serve 251,408 students.

Sunrise's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,861. The poverty rate in the area is 13.8%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Elementary Schools

13 schools
# School Rating
1 877 students · Pre-K–5th 8.1
2 642 students · Pre-K–5th 8.0
3 519 students · Pre-K–5th 7.9
4 632 students · Pre-K–5th 7.2
5 599 students · Pre-K–5th 7.0
6 750 students · Pre-K–5th 6.9
7 1,376 students · Kindergarten–8th 6.9
8 420 students · Pre-K–5th 6.7
9 587 students · Pre-K–5th 6.1
Private Schools 4 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 157 students · Pre-K–8th Not Rated
2 247 students · Pre-K–8th Not Rated
3 82 students · Pre-K–5th Not Rated
4 24 students · Pre-K–5th Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 804 students · 6th–8th 5.7
2 736 students · 6th–8th 4.9

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 83 students · 12th–12th 5.3

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 145 students · Kindergarten–12th Not Rated

Schools in Sunrise

Sunrise, Florida · 17 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes

Median Income

$69,861

Median Home Value

$313,500

Median Rent

$1,909/mo

Population

170,279

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Community Profile

Sunrise has a median household income of $69,861. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $313,500, with a median rent of $1,909/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.8%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Sunrise, Florida

How many schools are in Sunrise, Florida?

Sunrise has 17 schools, including 12 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Sunrise, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sunrise is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Sunrise, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Sunrise on MySchoolScout is Sawgrass Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sunrise, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sunrise on MySchoolScout is Sawgrass Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Sunrise, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Sunrise on MySchoolScout is Westpine Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best high school in Sunrise, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Sunrise on MySchoolScout is Arc Broward Inc. with a composite score of 5.3/10.

How many school districts serve Sunrise, Florida?

Sunrise is served by 1 school district: Broward.

What is the education level in Sunrise, Florida?

According to Census data, 29% of adults in Sunrise have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sunrise, Florida?

The median household income in Sunrise is approximately $69,861 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Sunrise, Florida?

Yes, Sunrise has 5 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Salah Tawfik Elementary and Middle with a score of 7.5/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Sunrise, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sunrise is 15.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sunrise, Florida?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.