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#624 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 30% in state

Sunrise Elementary

Elementary School · Sturgeon Bay School District

390 S 14th Ave, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235

Enrollment

208

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.6

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#624 of 2,105

In Sturgeon Bay

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Sturgeon Bay School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Sunrise Elementary

7.6/10

Elementary School in Sturgeon Bay · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sturgeon Bay High

6.1/10

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9.3/10

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About Sunrise Elementary

Sunrise Elementary is a public elementary school in Sturgeon Bay, WI, part of Sturgeon Bay School District. Sunrise Elementary serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunrise Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #624 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Sunrise Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+15.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,877
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Sunrise Elementary — Students at Sunrise Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
45.7%
ELA
39.3%
2025
Math
57.4%
ELA
51.7%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Sunrise Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
70th percentile in WI
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Location

390 S 14th Ave, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunrise Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sevastopol Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southern Door Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Brussels), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sawyer Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sturgeon Bay, see our Sturgeon Bay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Sturgeon Bay High Sturgeon Bay 0.3 mi 6.1
Walker Middle Sturgeon Bay 0.3 mi 9.3
Sawyer Elementary Sturgeon Bay 1.4 mi 7.9
ST PETER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sturgeon Bay 1.3 mi 5.0
ST JOHN BOSCO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sturgeon Bay 1.8 mi 7.2
Sevastopol Pre-School Sturgeon Bay 5.3 mi 5.7
Sevastopol Middle Sturgeon Bay 5.3 mi 9.6
Sevastopol Elementary Sturgeon Bay 5.3 mi 9.5
Sevastopol High Sturgeon Bay 5.3 mi 5.8
Southern Door Elementary Brussels 9.0 mi 8.0
Southern Door High Brussels 9.0 mi 5.0
Southern Door Middle Brussels 9.0 mi 8.2
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Egg Harbor 12.4 mi 4.7
ST MARY SCHOOL Algoma 15.6 mi
Algoma Elementary Algoma 16.1 mi 5.8
ST PAULS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Algoma 16.4 mi 6.1
Algoma High Algoma 16.8 mi 5.3
Algoma Venture Academy Algoma 16.8 mi 3.7
Gibraltar High Fish Creek 21.3 mi 7.1
Gibraltar Middle Fish Creek 21.3 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,141

Median Home Value

$267,700

Median Rent

$998/mo

Population

17,845

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

16.9 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

52.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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Eleva-Strum Elementary Strum, WI 7.6
Evans Elementary Fond Du Lac, WI 7.6
Harrison Elementary Janesville, WI 7.6
Hurley Elementary Hurley, WI 7.6
Independence Elementary Independence, WI 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunrise Elementary

What grades does Sunrise Elementary serve?

Sunrise Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Sunrise Elementary?

Sunrise Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Elementary is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sunrise Elementary rank in WI?

Sunrise Elementary ranks #624 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Sunrise Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunrise Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunrise Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sunrise Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sunrise Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

55.3% of students at Sunrise Elementary 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Door County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

Sturgeon Bay School District
District Enrollment
1,065
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,877
District Rank
#3 of 4

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