Serving 591 students in grades 7-8, Sierra Middle School ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Middle serves the northeast part of Stockton, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Middle School's student population of 591 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
591 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Middle School ranks within the top 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 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3828 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Middle School's ranking?
Sierra Middle School is ranked #3828 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra Middle School often compared to?
Sierra Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside, Mable Barron by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Middle School?
591 students attend Sierra Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sierra Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% 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 21:1, which is equal to 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 Lincoln Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Middle School located?
Sierra Middle School is located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Lakeview.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is the best school in the San Joaquin area. the teachers are very caring and I love them. They're always there for you especially if you need anything.
5 10/10/2025
This school is very good and my kid loves it theirs very fun activities and are great academically.
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