Serving 746 students in grades 6-8, Sierra 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sierra Middle School's student population of 746 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra 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 Middle School is 0.15, 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
#9044 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Middle School's ranking?
Sierra Middle School is ranked #9044 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Middle School?
746 students attend Sierra Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sierra Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 6-8
What school district is Sierra Middle School part of?
Sierra Middle School is part of Bakersfield City School District.
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