Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sierra Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sierra Elementary School's student population of 293 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Sierra Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#150 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
47%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Elementary School's ranking?
Sierra Elementary School is ranked #150 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Sierra Elementary School often compared to?
Sierra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Hills Elementary School, Desert Star Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Sierra Elementary School?
293 students attend Sierra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sierra Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Elementary School?
Sierra Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sierra Elementary School offer ?
Sierra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sierra Elementary School part of?
Sierra Elementary School is part of Alamogordo School District.
School Reviews
5 5/12/2023
Great performance.
5 11/17/2021
Great school
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