Serving 536 students in grades 6-8, Sunrise Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunrise Middle School's student population of 536 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Sunrise Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunrise Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
73%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kearney School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Silver Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunrise Middle School's ranking?
Sunrise Middle School is ranked #447 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Sunrise Middle School?
536 students attend Sunrise Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sunrise Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunrise Middle School?
Sunrise Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sunrise Middle School offer ?
Sunrise Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunrise Middle School part of?
Sunrise Middle School is part of Kearney School District.
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