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.