Serving 597 students in grades 6-8, Sierra Madre Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Madre Middle serves the southeast part of Sierra Madre, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most students are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the boundary and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Madre Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sierra Madre Middle School's student population of 597 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
597 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Madre Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Madre Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1264 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
56%
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Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
White
33%
20%
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Two or more races
12%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Madre Middle School's ranking?
Sierra Madre Middle School is ranked #1264 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra Madre Middle School often compared to?
Sierra Madre Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Fundamental, Charles W. Eliot Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Madre Middle School?
597 students attend Sierra Madre Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Sierra Madre Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Madre Middle School?
Sierra Madre Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Madre Middle School offer ?
Sierra Madre Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sierra Madre Middle School part of?
Sierra Madre Middle School is part of Pasadena Unified School District.
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