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#1733 of 7,897 schools in TX

Top 22% in state

Sunrise EL

Elementary School · AMARILLO ISD

5123 E 14TH, Amarillo, TX 79104

222
Students
11.1:1
Student-Teacher
Pre-K – 5th
Grades Served
Top 22%
in TX

About Sunrise EL

Sunrise Elementary serves 222 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Amarillo, Texas, earning strong recognition with a 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #131 out of 8,598 Texas elementary schools, placing it in the 98th percentile statewide. This impressive ranking demonstrates the school's commitment to educational excellence within the Amarillo Independent School District. With 20 full-time equivalent teachers, Sunrise Elementary maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1, allowing for more individualized attention and support for each child's learning journey.

This smaller class size environment can be particularly beneficial for young learners developing foundational academic and social skills. The school is located in the 79104 ZIP code area, a diverse community where families have a median household income of $45,119 and median home values around $79,300. While 22.1% of residents live below the poverty line and only 8% hold bachelor's degrees or higher, Sunrise Elementary's exceptional state ranking suggests the school is successfully serving its community and helping students achieve academic growth regardless of socioeconomic background.

Sunrise Elementary operates in Amarillo's mid-size city environment, providing students with both urban resources and a close-knit school community atmosphere.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Above Average36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32%
Reading/ELA Proficiency37%
Overall Proficiency35%
Expected (poverty-adj.)24%
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.2Exceptional29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1

Sunrise EL — Students at Sunrise EL score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 42.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

📉 Declining

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

2019
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Sunrise EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
78th percentile in TX
Academic
6.7/10
6.7/10
Growth
5.3/10
Above average
Environment
9.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

Location

5123 E 14TH, Amarillo, TX 79104

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HUMPHREY'S HIGHLAND EL AMARILLO 0.8 mi 5.7
OAK DALE EL AMARILLO 1.2 mi 3.7
BOWIE 6TH GRADE CAMPUS AMARILLO 1.4 mi 5.2
BOWIE MIDDLE AMARILLO 1.5 mi 5.7
CAPROCK H S AMARILLO 1.9 mi 5.3
LAWNDALE EL AMARILLO 1.8 mi 5.7
EASTRIDGE EL AMARILLO 2.2 mi 7.1
FOREST HILL EL AMARILLO 2.1 mi 7.9
SANBORN EL AMARILLO 2.5 mi 4.0
WHITTIER EL AMARILLO 2.9 mi 7.3
MESA VERDE EL AMARILLO 3.2 mi 5.4
TRAVIS MIDDLE AMARILLO 3.1 mi 6.4
GLENWOOD EL AMARILLO 2.7 mi 5.6
ROGERS EL AMARILLO 2.9 mi 7.1
EMERSON EL AMARILLO 2.9 mi 7.6
TRAVIS 6TH GRADE CAMPUS AMARILLO 3.2 mi 4.4
TRADEWIND EL AMARILLO 3.1 mi 5.7
JOHNNY N ALLEN-6TH GRADE CAMPUS AMARILLO 3.3 mi 6.2
MANN MIDDLE AMARILLO 3.3 mi 6.7
PALO DURO H S AMARILLO 3.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)

Census data for ZIP 79104 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,119

Median Home Value

$79,300

Median Rent

$877/mo

Population

6,253

College Educated

7.7%

Homeownership

51.2%

Poverty Rate

22.1%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunrise EL

What grades does Sunrise EL serve?

Sunrise EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sunrise EL?

Sunrise EL has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunrise EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunrise EL is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sunrise EL rank in TX?

Sunrise EL is ranked #1733 out of 7,897 schools in TX.

What is Sunrise EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunrise EL has a composite rating of 6.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

What are the test scores at Sunrise EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sunrise EL has 42.0% math proficiency and 37.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Sunrise EL a charter school?

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

Is Sunrise EL a Title I school?

No, Sunrise EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunrise EL?

91.0% of students at Sunrise EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Potter County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Our ratings combine academic performance, growth, equity, and school environment into a single 1-10 score using publicly available data.

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Test Scores: TX EDFACTS (2020-21) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2018-2022) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details