Excellent
#12 of 142 private schools in KS
Top 8% of private schools
Sunrise Christian Academy
School
5500 E 45TH ST N, Wichita, KS 67220
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#12 of 142
In Wichita
#5 of 22
public schools
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Sunrise Christian Academy
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About Sunrise Christian Academy
Sunrise Christian Academy is a private school in Wichita, KS. Sunrise Christian Academy serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunrise Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- KS avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Sunrise Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sunrise Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sunrise Christian Academy compares to 98 public schools serving similar grades in Wichita, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sunrise Christian Academy (this school) | 8.3 |
| Stucky Middle School | 3.7 |
| Heights High | 3.2 |
| Gammon Elem | 3.5 |
| Jackson Elementary | 4.1 |
| Brooks Magnet Middle School | 4.4 |
| Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem | 4.2 |
| Gordon Parks Academy | 6.3 |
| Mueller Aerospace/Engineering Discovery Magne | 5.6 |
| Wichita Alternative High | 3.8 |
| Circle Greenwich Elementary | 8.4 |
| Coleman Middle School | 4.3 |
| Earhart Environ Magnet Elem | 6.5 |
| Ortiz Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Adams Elem | 3.9 |
| Price-Harris Communications Magnet | 7.3 |
| Spaght Multimedia Magnet | 4.7 |
| L'Ouverture Computer Technology Magnet | 4.1 |
| Cloud Elem | 4.4 |
| Irving Elementary | 4.3 |
| Robinson Middle School | 7.7 |
Showing 20 of 98 schools. View all schools in Wichita
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in KS.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in KS
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5500 E 45TH ST N, Wichita, KS 67220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunrise Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SUNRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, in nearby Bel Aire), a more accessible option. Additionally, CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wichita, see our Wichita schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUNRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Bel Aire | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bel Aire | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Stucky Middle School Wichita | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Isely Traditional Magnet Elem Bel Aire | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ANNOOR ISLAMIC SCHOOL Wichita | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Gammon Elem Wichita | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Heights High Wichita | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Jackson Elementary Wichita | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Brooks Magnet Middle School Wichita | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Northeast Magnet High School Bel Aire | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem Wichita | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wichita | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| THREE ANGELS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Wichita | 2.4 mi | — |
| Gordon Parks Academy Wichita | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Wichita Alternative High Wichita | 3.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Coleman Middle School Wichita | 4.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Mueller Aerospace/Engineering Discovery Magne Wichita | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Chisholm Trail Elem Park City | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wichita | 4.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Adams Elem Wichita | 4.5 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,861
Median Home Value
$193,900
Median Rent
$889/mo
Population
14,779
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
31.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| INDEPENDENT ELEMENTARY Wichita, KS | 8.3 |
| CLASSICAL SCHOOL OF WICHITA Wichita, KS | 8.6 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shawnee, KS | 7.6 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shawnee, KS | 7.6 |
| SUNRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Bel Aire, KS | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunrise Christian Academy
What grades does Sunrise Christian Academy serve?
Sunrise Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Sunrise Christian Academy?
Sunrise Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Christian Academy is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sunrise Christian Academy rank in KS?
Sunrise Christian Academy ranks #12 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is Sunrise Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunrise Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sunrise Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Sunrise Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sunrise Christian Academy a religious school?
Sunrise Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 450
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sedgwick County
- Phone
- (316) 744-9262
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