Sunrise Drive Elementary School

Welcome to
Sunrise Drive

5301 E. Sunrise Drive | Tucson, AZ 85718
Phone: 520-209-7900
Early Release Hours 8:00am - 1:30pm
K-AM: 8:00am - 11:00am
K-PM: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
School Hours: 8:00am - 3:00pm
Office Hours: 7:30am - 3:30pm

Image features logos for Niche Best Schools 2025, Arizona Department of Education, and Best Communities for Music Education.

Sunrise Drive Elementary is a vibrant, student-centered learning community and the home of Catalina Foothills School District’s Mandarin immersion program. Here, students bring learning to life through real-world experiences—whether building catapults, analyzing scientific data, or reporting the weather in English, Spanish, and Mandarin.

National Blue Ribbon School Emblem

We are proud to be named a National Blue Ribbon School!

Learn More About Us

group of students

Inclusivity

We prioritize inclusivity by actively promoting a welcoming and supportive environment where every student feels valued and empowered.

Exciting things are blooming at Sunrise Drive—

don’t miss our upcoming events full of fun, learning, and celebration!

Upcoming Events

View Full Calendar

Latest News

Stay up to date on the latest news, events, and opportunities that make our community vibrant and engaging.

October 16, 2025

Copy of Spiders and Cider tickets are officially on sale and you can now sign up to Volunteer to make this fun event come to life!

Dear Sunrise Drive Family and Friends, Spiders & Cider is almost hereone of the most exciting events of the school year! Skip the hassle on event nightbuy your tickets online now to save. . .

October 14, 2025

Help Fuel Our Amazing Teachers During Conferences Next Week!

Dear Sunrise Parents and Guardians, Parent-Teacher Conferences are next week on Tuesday, October 21st, Wednesday, October 22nd, and Thursday, October 23rd . These are incredibly important days that r. . .

October 10, 2025

Student Spotlight: Esperero Canyon Cross Country — Grayson Lair

Competing isnt only about the finish line, but this season, 8th grader Grayson Lair achieved something extraordinary: he won every cross-country meet he entered. Mentally, I feel strong, Grayson says.. . .

October 9, 2025

Arizona Day at Manzanita: Third Grade Learns the “Five C’s” — the Hands-On Way!

As part of Manzanitas long-standing Arizona Day tradition , third graders spent the morning rotating through interactive stations that brought Arizona history and industry to life. Students observed, . . .

More

Spotlight Videos

In this video, we take you inside the Sunrise Drive Kindergarten, where young learners begin their journey in a dynamic and engaging educational environment. Discover how the kindergarten program fosters creativity, curiosity, and a love of learning through hands-on activities, personalized instruction, and a strong sense of community.

Chinese Immersion Parent Testimonial

Watch as Sunrise Drive Elementary students react with excitement and pride to the incredible news that their school has been named a National Blue Ribbon School! This prestigious recognition honors schools across the country for exceptional academic achievement—and it reflects much more than just test scores. It's a celebration of the spirit of learning that shines in every classroom.