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Sierra Middle School
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
1700 Spruce Ave,
Las Cruces, NM
Las Cruces Public Schools
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
23%
Reading Proficiency
35%
Niche Grade
B
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
35%
Math Proficiency
23%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
47
Full Time Teachers
47
Teachers in First or Second Year
24.6%
GreatSchools Rating
5
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
24.7%
State Average
25%
Science
36.1%
State Average
38%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
886:1
Student Diversity
Female
53.4%
Male
46.6%
Hispanic
82.7%
White
13.3%
Black
1.9%
Two or more races
1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/25/2015
This school introduced me to some of the best friends I have ever had as well Science Olympiad. A competition that I still enjoy to this day. The most unique thing about this school is the magnet program. Kids from across the city can come to Sierra, even if they are not in the district, to be a part of the media or science program. I would always choose to go to Sierra because it prepared me for the future better than anywhere else would have.
GreatSchools Reviews
7/25/2025
As a teacher with over 10 years of experience in education, I can confidently say that Sierra Middle School is currently in the worst condition I’ve ever seen. Under Principal Yong Vega’s leadership, the school environment has become toxic for both students and staff.Rather than supporting and guidi...
8/31/2021
it a awsome school it aswome and very cool
10/5/2020
Worst school experience that I have had in this city and I have raised 5 children. As an educator and a parent I am telling parents to caution especially if you have children with special learning needs. You will be very disappointed.
2/7/2012
The phrase "You get out of life what you put into it" definitely describes SMS accurately. As long as you are willing to put in the effort, you will succeed. Inappropriate language is everywhere, so it is not distinct at Sierra. The teachers (especially in the magnet programs) are great. I think the...
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Map
Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$147K - $257K
Homes For Sale
7
Average Home Value
$207,357
Median Lot Size
6,969 Sq Ft
% Renters
52%
Average Household Income
$50,227
% of College Grads
22.5%
Median Age
33
Average House Size
1,315 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
68.4%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$474 - $845 per month
- Mira Vista Villas Senior Living
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 608 Sq Ft
- 2141 N Solano Dr
- Las Cruces, NM
Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Sunrise Terrace Park
Las Cruces Dog Park
Las Cruces Skate Park
Unidad Park
Young Park
Candlelight Knolls Park
Gus Vlachakis Park
Villa Encantada Park
Sunrise Terrace Park
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Sierra Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Las Cruces, NM and is served by the Las Cruces Public Schools in New Mexico. The school has a total enrollment of 752 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 23% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 35% are proficient in reading. Sierra Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $207,357. Discover additional schools in the area, like Las Cruces High School, Mayfield High School, Rio Grande Preparatory Institute, and more. Learn more about what Las Cruces has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sierra Middle School.