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#1553 of 1,992 schools in MN
Sunrise River Elementary School
Elementary School · North Branch Area Public Schools · North Branch, MN
A North Branch Area Public Schools elementary school where students score 7 points above what's typical for similar communities.
37775 GRAND AVE, North Branch, MN 55056
- Math 57% proficient (2022)
- Reading 54% proficient (2022)
- 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Sunrise River Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MN average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 6 points since 2019, to 56% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 69% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 65% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
37.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Sunrise River Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 5Car-Dependent
- Bike 30Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Average264/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (North Branch), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$93,601
Median home value
$297,600
Median rent
$1,190/mo
College educated
20.8%
Homeownership
84.4%
Poverty rate
5.8%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 55056; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
2 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Academy Charter SchoolCharter · enrollment unverified | 4.4 | K–8 | 0.7 mi | 164 | Compare → |
| Distance Learning Acadmy ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | Not rated | K–5 | 0.9 mi | 8 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
North Branch Area Public Schools
- Schools in district
- 7
- Rank in district
- #5 of 6
- District spending per student
- $12,823NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 6.3%Census SAIPE · 2024
Sunrise River Elementary School is listed in North Branch Area Public Schools; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Sunrise River Elementary School
Sunrise River Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Branch, MN, part of North Branch Area Public Schools, serving approximately 945 students in grades 1st-5th with a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,553 of 1,992 schools in MN. State assessment records show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Sunrise River Elementary School
What grades does Sunrise River Elementary School serve?
Sunrise River Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Sunrise River Elementary School?
Sunrise River Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 945 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunrise River Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunrise River Elementary School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunrise River Elementary School rank in MN?
Sunrise River Elementary School ranks #1,553 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Sunrise River Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunrise River Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 River Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunrise River Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sunrise River Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunrise River Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunrise River Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunrise River Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunrise River Elementary School?
37.4% of students at Sunrise River Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 945
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Chisago County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (651) 674-1100
- Area population (ZIP 55056)
- 14,279
- Area average commute
- 31.6 min
- Area median age
- 39.6
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 55056; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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