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Sierra Middle

1700 E Spruce Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001, United States
+1 (575) 527-9640
http://sms.lcps.net/o/sms
2.9
Overall Rating

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Sierra Middle Overview

About This School

Sierra Middle is a public middle in Las Cruces, New Mexico, serving 698 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 35% in ELA and 23% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 65 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $79,051. Students are 52% male and 48% female. The student body is 82% Hispanic, 14% White, 2% Black, 1% Asian, and 1% Two or More Races.

698
Total Students
Grade 6-8
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
65 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts35%
Mathematics23%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
Doña Ana County
Students per Counselor
N/A:1

Sierra Middle Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

35%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 35%State Avg: 34%
23%
Mathematics
City Avg: 24%State Avg: 25%
N/A
Science

Class Information

10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 10.8:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
Students per Counselor

Sierra Middle Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
65

Average Teacher Salary

$79,051
City Avg: $79,810
State Avg: $70,053

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Students per Counselor:1

Sierra Middle Student Demographics

Student Body

51.72%
Male
48.28%
Female
Total Enrollment: 698 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White13.75%
Hispanic82.23%
Asian0.57%
Black2.15%
Two or More Races0.72%
Native American0.43%

Sierra Middle Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Sierra Middle

Q: What is Sierra Middle?

A: Sierra Middle is a middle public located in Las Cruces.

Q: How many students attend Sierra Middle?

A: Sierra Middle has approximately 698 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra Middle?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Sierra Middle is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about Sierra Middle

Sierra Middle is a public middle in Las Cruces, New Mexico, serving 698 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 35% in ELA and 23% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 65 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $79,051. Students are 52% male and 48% female. The student body is 82% Hispanic, 14% White, 2% Black, 1% Asian, and 1% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Sierra Middle - Las Cruces, NM

Quick Facts about Sierra Middle
School NameSierra Middle
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location1700 E Spruce Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001, Las Cruces, NM
CountyDoña Ana County
Phone+1 (575) 527-9640
Total Students698
Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Full-Time Teachers65
Rating2.9/10
ELA Proficiency35%
Math Proficiency23%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Sierra Middle

What is Sierra Middle?

Sierra Middle is a middle public located in Las Cruces.

How many students attend Sierra Middle?

Sierra Middle has approximately 698 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Sierra Middle is 10:1.

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