Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sierra Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sierra Elementary School's student population of 309 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sierra Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#150 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
44%
62%
Black
6%
2%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Elementary School's ranking?
Sierra Elementary School is ranked #150 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Sierra Elementary School often compared to?
Sierra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Hills Elementary School, Desert Star Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sierra Elementary School?
309 students attend Sierra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sierra Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Elementary School?
Sierra Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sierra Elementary School offer ?
Sierra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sierra Elementary School part of?
Sierra Elementary School is part of Alamogordo Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/12/2023
Great performance.
5 11/17/2021
Great school
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