Serving 698 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 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Middle serves the southeastern part of Las Cruces, NM, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Most students live within a 1.2-mile radius of the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.9 miles away, making for a typical 5-10 minute drive to school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Middle School's student population of 698 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
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 0.31, 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
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
82%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
14%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
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
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?
698 students attend Sierra Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Sierra Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 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 11:1, which is lower 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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