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Sunrise Mountain EL

Elementary School · EL PASO ISD

7710 PANDORA ST, EL Paso, TX 79904

Enrollment

416

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,541 of 8,552

In EL Paso

#90 of 206

public schools

In district

#27 of 73

EL PASO ISD

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Sunrise Mountain EL

6.2/10

Elementary School in EL Paso · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sunrise Mountain EL

Sunrise Mountain EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Sunrise Mountain EL serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunrise Mountain EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,541 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Sunrise Mountain EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,931
Chronic Absenteeism25%

Sunrise Mountain EL — Students at Sunrise Mountain EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
41%
ELA
48%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Sunrise Mountain EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in TX
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

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

7710 PANDORA ST, EL Paso, TX 79904

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunrise Mountain EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILAM EL (rated 6.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is COACH ARCHIE DURAN EL (rated 6.5/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BLISS EL (rated 6.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MAGOFFIN MIDDLE El Paso 0.4 mi 3.7
LOGAN EL El Paso 0.9 mi 3.5
H R MOYE EL El Paso 1.1 mi 3.9
CHAPIN H S El Paso 1.2 mi 5.5
STANTON EL El Paso 1.5 mi 4.0
COLIN L POWELL EL El Paso 1.5 mi 4.7
PARK EL El Paso 1.5 mi 4.9
WHITAKER EL El Paso 1.8 mi 6.0
CANYON HILLS MIDDLE El Paso 1.8 mi 4.7
IRVIN H S El Paso 2.1 mi 4.3
TRANSMOUNTAIN EARLY COLLEGE H S El Paso 2.5 mi 8.9
BLISS EL El Paso 2.5 mi 6.2
TRAVIS EL El Paso 2.5 mi 3.4
CPT GABRIEL NAVARRETE MIDDLE El Paso 2.5 mi 3.4
DOLPHIN TERRACE EL El Paso 3.1 mi 6.0
COACH ARCHIE DURAN EL El Paso 3.2 mi 6.5
PARKLAND PRE K CENTER El Paso 3.1 mi 4.9
MILAM EL El Paso 3.0 mi 6.8
NORTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso 3.2 mi 8.1
RUSK EL El Paso 3.3 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,892

Median Home Value

$117,400

Median Rent

$1,017/mo

Population

33,022

College Educated

13.5%

Homeownership

42.4%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

33.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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ASHWORTH EL Arlington, TX 6.2
ATWOOD MCDONALD EL Fort Worth, TX 6.2
BEAN EL Lubbock, TX 6.2
BEN MILAM EL Harlingen, TX 6.2
BLISS EL El Paso, TX 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunrise Mountain EL

What grades does Sunrise Mountain EL serve?

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

How many students attend Sunrise Mountain EL?

Sunrise Mountain EL has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Mountain EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Mountain EL is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sunrise Mountain EL rank in TX?

Sunrise Mountain EL ranks #4,541 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Sunrise Mountain EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunrise Mountain EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Mountain EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunrise Mountain EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sunrise Mountain EL a charter school?

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

Is Sunrise Mountain EL a Title I school?

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

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

95.2% of students at Sunrise Mountain 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

District

EL PASO ISD
District Enrollment
49,139
Schools in District
75
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,931
District Rank
#27 of 73

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