Serving 752 students in grades 6-8, Sierra Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sierra Middle School's student population of 752 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Sierra Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Middle School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#331 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
84%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Middle School's ranking?
Sierra Middle School is ranked #331 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Sierra Middle School often compared to?
Sierra Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camino Real Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sierra Middle School?
752 students attend Sierra Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Sierra Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Middle School?
Sierra Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sierra Middle School offer ?
Sierra Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sierra Middle School part of?
Sierra Middle School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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