Serving 835 students in grades 7-8, Sierra Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Middle School's student population of 835 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Soar To Excellence!
School Rankings
Sierra Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6486 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Middle School's ranking?
Sierra Middle School is ranked #6486 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra Middle School often compared to?
Sierra Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School, Matthew Gage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Middle School?
835 students attend Sierra Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Sierra Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Middle School?
Sierra Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Middle School offer ?
Sierra Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sierra Middle School part of?
Sierra Middle School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Middle School located?
Sierra Middle School is located in the Magnolia Center neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Magnolia Center.
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