Serving 549 students in grades 6-8, Sierra Vista Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Vista Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sunnyside school district, covering approximately 153.1 square miles. The zone is located in Sunnyside, WA, with typical drives to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6.8 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 17.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Vista Middle School's student population of 549 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Vista Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Vista Middle School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1997 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Vista Middle School's ranking?
Sierra Vista Middle School is ranked #1997 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sierra Vista Middle School often compared to?
Sierra Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison Middle School, Toppenish Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Vista Middle School?
549 students attend Sierra Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sierra Vista Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sierra Vista Middle School offer ?
Sierra Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sierra Vista Middle School part of?
Sierra Vista Middle School is part of Sunnyside School District.
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