Sunrise Elementary

Sunrise Elementary, located in Bullhead City, Arizona, is a regular public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. With an enrollment of 369 students and a student-teacher ratio of 19.4:1, the school aims to provide a supportive learning environment. The teachers, consisting of 19 full-time equivalents, work to ensure that each student receives the attention and support they need to thrive.

Sunrise Elementary’s MySchoolScout rating is 4.1 out of 10, reflecting its state ranking of 1551 out of 2029 schools in Arizona, placing it in the 24th percentile. Academically, the school has room for improvement, with an ELA proficiency rate of 17% and a math proficiency rate of 22%. Despite these challenges, the school is focused on student development and continuous improvement.

The school is situated in a rural area near Bullhead City, a town with a median household income of $52,425 and a median home value of $302,900. The neighborhood has a population of 8,400, with 13% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher. The poverty rate in the area is 14.5%, indicating a community that faces economic challenges but also values education.

Sunrise Elementary is an integral part of the community, supporting the educational needs of the Bullhead City area and its surrounding rural neighborhoods.

Located in a rural area, Sunrise Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.