Serving 247 students in grades 5-8, Sierra Ridge 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Ridge Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Pollock Pines, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 199.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 25.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Ridge Middle School's student population of 247 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
247 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Ridge 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 Ridge Middle School is 0.50, 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
#5790 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Sierra Ridge Middle School is ranked #5790 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Ridge Middle School?
247 students attend Sierra Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sierra Ridge Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Ridge Middle School?
Sierra Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Ridge Middle School offer ?
Sierra Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Sierra Ridge Middle School part of?
Sierra Ridge Middle School is part of Pollock Pines Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Sierra Ridge is California Distinguished School which now houses grades 5 - 8. The school has an award winning music department, in addition to a full scale sports program. All groups and sub-groups have met AYP and API standards and continue to exceed growth factors. There are several active parent advisories, including the Site Council, GATE Parent Advisory, Title One Advisory, Sports Boosters, Very Important Volunteers (VIVs), and Special Education Parent Representation. Behavior is managed by consistent adherence to the Proactive Discipline Handbook. The name of our discipline plan is Consequences with CARE.
The most important quality of Sierra Ridge is its caring staff. Regardless of job title or description, all staff enable students to feel empowered to speak with adults about problems, report wrong-doings, and seek advice regarding poor choices.
Sierra Ridge is a happy place of learning located on a plateau-like setting surrounded by the magnificence of towering pines of various genre and highlighted by streams of sunlight pouring over the well maintained and pristine campus of the Wolverines.
5 10/10/2025
The staff have worked hard with my son to help him achieve his goals! Great teachers!
4 10/10/2025
This is my school...... not sure how I feel about it
1 10/10/2025
This school will give the kids answers or simply give the answers to Boost ratings. It is not diverse in ethnic diversity. This school has an administration that is unethical and does not value legal considerations.
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