Serving 960 students in grades 1-5, Sunrise River Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 960 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunrise River Elementary School's student population of 960 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
960 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunrise River Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise River Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#475 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
82%
60%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunrise River Elementary School's ranking?
Sunrise River Elementary School is ranked #475 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sunrise River Elementary School often compared to?
Sunrise River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wyoming Elementary School, C.e. Jacobson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sunrise River Elementary School?
960 students attend Sunrise River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Sunrise River Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunrise River Elementary School?
Sunrise River Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sunrise River Elementary School offer ?
Sunrise River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunrise River Elementary School part of?
Sunrise River Elementary School is part of North Branch Area School District.
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