SUNRISE DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sunrise Drive Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410) school district, located in Tucson, AZ with about 572 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Sunrise Drive Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sunrise Drive Elementary School is a highly regarded public school located in the foothills of Tucson, Arizona, serving as part of the Catalina Foothills School District. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and a robust, well-rounded curriculum, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering both intellectual curiosity and character development. It serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade, creating a supportive learning environment that encourages children to reach their full potential within a close-knit, community-focused atmosphere.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Sunrise Drive is recognized for its dedication to the "whole child," integrating arts, physical education, and technology into the daily student experience. The school benefits from active parent involvement and a professional faculty that prioritizes personalized instruction. By maintaining high standards and a nurturing culture, Sunrise Drive consistently establishes itself as a standout educational institution in the region, preparing its students for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Sunrise Drive Elementary School at (520) 209-7900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5301 E. Sunrise Drive
Tucson, AZ 85718
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SUNRISE DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Tucson, AZ with about 572 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
572
Teachers:
34.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 572 students

White
58.7%
Hispanic/Latino
20.1%
Asian
11.4%
Two or more races
7.3%
Black or African American
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
49.0%
Male
51.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.