Serving 778 students in grades 6-8, Sierra Vista 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 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Vista Middle serves the southeast part of Covina, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Vista Middle School's student population of 778 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
778 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
15 acres
School Motto
Making the world a better place through academic, as well as, character education.
School Rankings
Sierra Vista 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 Vista Middle School is 0.41, 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
#4346 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
6%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Vista Middle School's ranking?
Sierra Vista Middle School is ranked #4346 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra Vista Middle School often compared to?
Sierra Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Traweek Middle School, Sandburg Middle School 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Vista Middle School?
778 students attend Sierra Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sierra Vista Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Vista Middle School?
Sierra Vista Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Vista Middle School offer ?
Sierra Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sierra Vista Middle School part of?
Sierra Vista Middle School is part of Covina-Valley Unified School District.
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