SUNRISE EL

SUNRISE EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the AMARILLO ISD school district, located in AMARILLO, TX with about 295 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 23 teachers, SUNRISE EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 ELementary School, located on E 14th Avenue in Amarillo, Texas, is part of the Amarillo Independent School District. Serving the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational educational experience for elementary-aged students. As a public institution, it operates with the goal of fostering academic growth and character development within a supportive classroom environment, aligning its curriculum with the standards and initiatives set forth by the Amarillo ISD.

Beyond its academic programming, SUNRISE ELementary acts as a vital hub for the neighborhood it serves. The school website highlights its commitment to maintaining active communication between educators, students, and families, ensuring that parents remain engaged in the educational process. By balancing core subjects like reading, mathematics, and science with a focus on student well-being, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact SUNRISE EL at (806) 326-5450 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.