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#263 of 301 schools in WY

Sunrise Elementary

Elementary School · Laramie County School District #1

5021 East 13th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82001

Enrollment

321

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#263 of 301

In Cheyenne

#26 of 36

public schools

In district

#26 of 36

Laramie County School District #1

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Sunrise Elementary

3.8/10

Elementary School in Cheyenne · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bain Elementary

3.3/10

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5.8/10

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About Sunrise Elementary

Sunrise Elementary is a public elementary school in Cheyenne, WY, part of Laramie County School District #1. Sunrise Elementary serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunrise Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #263 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Sunrise Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • WY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Sunrise Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,376
Chronic Absenteeism37.7%

Sunrise Elementary — Students at Sunrise Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
32%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Sunrise Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
13th percentile in WY
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.7%

Location

5021 East 13th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunrise Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PODER Academy (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lebhart Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Baggs Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cheyenne, see our Cheyenne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Bain Elementary Cheyenne 0.6 mi 3.3
Baggs Elementary Cheyenne 1.0 mi 5.8
Dildine Elementary Cheyenne 1.3 mi 4.5
Lebhart Elementary Cheyenne 1.3 mi 6.3
Carey Junior High School Cheyenne 1.4 mi 4.8
Saddle Ridge Elementary Cheyenne 1.5 mi 4.1
East High School Cheyenne 1.6 mi 5.1
Henderson Elementary Cheyenne 1.7 mi 2.9
Fairview Elementary Cheyenne 1.8 mi 4.1
Buffalo Ridge Elementary Cheyenne 2.5 mi 5.7
Meadowlark Elementary Cheyenne 3.1 mi 6.7
Alta Vista Elementary Cheyenne 2.6 mi 3.6
Anderson Elementary Cheyenne 3.0 mi 4.9
Arp Elementary Cheyenne 2.7 mi 2.0
Hebard Elementary Cheyenne 2.8 mi 3.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cheyenne 3.0 mi 5.2
PODER Academy Cheyenne 3.1 mi 8.3
Cole Elementary Cheyenne 3.6 mi 2.9
Miller Elementary Cheyenne 3.6 mi 6.2
Rossman Elementary Cheyenne 4.0 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,149

Median Home Value

$291,400

Median Rent

$1,044/mo

Population

37,955

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

62.4%

Avg Commute

15.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

35.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Manor Heights Elementary Casper, WY 3.7
Alta Vista Elementary Cheyenne, WY 3.6
Goins Elementary Cheyenne, WY 3.6
Afflerbach Elementary Cheyenne, WY 3.5
Rocky Mountain Elementary Cowley, WY 3.5
Saddle Ridge Elementary Cheyenne, WY 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunrise Elementary

What grades does Sunrise Elementary serve?

Sunrise Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Sunrise Elementary?

Sunrise Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Elementary is 11.5:1. 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 WY?

Sunrise Elementary ranks #263 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Sunrise Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunrise Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

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?

39.3% 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
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Laramie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.7%

District

Laramie County School District #1
District Enrollment
13,575
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,376
District Rank
#26 of 36

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