Excellent
#40 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 2% in state
Sunrise Drive Elementary School
Elementary School · Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410)
5301 E SUNRISE DR, Tucson, AZ 85718
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#40 of 2,006
In Tucson
#4 of 257
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410)
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Sunrise Drive Elementary School
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About Sunrise Drive Elementary School
Sunrise Drive Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410). Sunrise Drive Elementary School serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunrise Drive Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Sunrise Drive Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Sunrise Drive Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sunrise Drive Elementary School — Students at Sunrise Drive Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Sunrise Drive Elementary School Compares
See how Sunrise Drive Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5301 E SUNRISE DR, Tucson, AZ 85718
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunrise Drive Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fruchthendler Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Manzanita School (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Canyon View Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Catalina Foothills High School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Ventana Vista Elementary School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| BASIS Tucson North Tucson | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Catalina Foothills Valley View Early Learning Center Tucson | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| CASTLEHILL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Tucson | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| THE GREGORY SCHOOL Tucson | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| TUCSON HEBREW ACADEMY Tucson | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Khalsa School Tucson | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| TUCSON WALDORF SCHOOL Tucson | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Davidson Elementary School Tucson | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Manzanita School Tucson | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Esperero Canyon Middle School Tucson | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| W V Whitmore Elementary School Tucson | 3.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Canyon View Elementary School Tucson | 3.2 mi | 8.8 |
| CARDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CENTRAL Tucson | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PUSCH RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY GRAMMAR Tucson | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Academy Adventures Midtown Tucson | 3.9 mi | — |
| Fruchthendler Elementary School Tucson | 4.0 mi | 9.6 |
| Orange Grove Middle School Tucson | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
| La Paloma Academy Tucson | 4.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85718 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,664
Median Home Value
$677,400
Median Rent
$1,224/mo
Population
27,721
College Educated
72.2%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
54.6
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|---|---|
| Boulder Creek Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 9.2 |
| Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School Tucson, AZ | 9.2 |
| Cherokee Elementary School Paradise Valley, AZ | 9.2 |
| Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School Queen Creek, AZ | 9.2 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway Cicero Phoenix, AZ | 9.2 |
| Hopi Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunrise Drive Elementary School
What grades does Sunrise Drive Elementary School serve?
Sunrise Drive Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunrise Drive Elementary School?
Sunrise Drive Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Drive Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Drive Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunrise Drive Elementary School rank in AZ?
Sunrise Drive Elementary School ranks #40 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Sunrise Drive Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunrise Drive Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sunrise Drive Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunrise Drive Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunrise Drive Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunrise Drive Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunrise Drive Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunrise Drive Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (520) 209-7900
Resources & Links
District
Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410)- District Enrollment
- 5,164
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,030
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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