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Sunrise Elementary School

Elementary School · Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

17624 N 31ST AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85053

Enrollment

467

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,285 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#241 of 422

public schools

In district

#38 of 41

Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

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5.6/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sunrise Elementary School

Sunrise Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246). Sunrise Elementary School serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunrise Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,285 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Sunrise Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 8.0
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Sunrise 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,940
Chronic Absenteeism46.9%

Sunrise Elementary School — Students at Sunrise Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
34%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Sunrise Elementary School Compares

See how Sunrise Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

17624 N 31ST AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85053

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunrise Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Reid Traditional Schools' Painted Rock Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ironwood Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Acacia Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Ombudsman - Charter West Phoenix 0.6 mi 4.7
West-MEC Gateway Community College Phoenix 0.6 mi
Legacy Traditional School - Deer Valley Chandler 0.7 mi 6.1
Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics Mesa 0.7 mi 4.6
Ombudsman Online Academy Glendale 0.7 mi 3.7
Imagine Bell Canyon Phoenix 0.7 mi 6.3
Imagine Online Academy of Arizona Phoenix 0.7 mi 5.8
Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics Elementary Schoo Mesa 0.8 mi 5.8
Thrivepoint High School at Union Hills Glendale 0.8 mi 3.8
Mirage Elementary School Glendale 1.0 mi 6.5
Park Meadows Elementary School Glendale 1.5 mi 7.1
Village Meadows Elementary School Phoenix 1.3 mi 7.0
ARROWHEAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Glendale 1.6 mi 6.2
Greenway High School Phoenix 1.7 mi 7.1
West-MEC - Greenway High School Phoenix 1.7 mi
Desert Foothills Middle School Phoenix 1.9 mi 6.5
Reid Traditional Schools' Painted Rock Academy Phoenix 1.9 mi 8.3
Acacia Elementary School Phoenix 2.1 mi 7.2
Ironwood Elementary School Phoenix 2.1 mi 8.2
West-MEC - Barry Goldwater High School Phoenix 2.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,870

Median Home Value

$329,500

Median Rent

$1,385/mo

Population

29,719

College Educated

25.9%

Homeownership

61.4%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunrise Elementary School

What grades does Sunrise Elementary School serve?

Sunrise Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Sunrise Elementary School?

Sunrise Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Elementary School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sunrise Elementary School rank in AZ?

Sunrise Elementary School ranks #1,285 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Sunrise Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunrise Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunrise Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sunrise Elementary School a charter school?

No, Sunrise Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sunrise Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sunrise Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.9%

District

Deer Valley Unified District (4246)
District Enrollment
32,837
Schools in District
41
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,940
District Rank
#38 of 41

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