Serving 794 students in grades 2-8, Sierra 2-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra 2-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sierra 2-8 School's student population of 794 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
Total Students
794 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sierra 2-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra 2-8 School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1931 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
89%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra 2-8 School's ranking?
Sierra 2-8 School is ranked #1931 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sierra 2-8 School?
794 students attend Sierra 2-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sierra 2-8 School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra 2-8 School?
Sierra 2-8 School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sierra 2-8 School offer ?
Sierra 2-8 School offers enrollment in grades 2-8
What school district is Sierra 2-8 School part of?
Sierra 2-8 School is part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra 2-8 School located?
Sierra 2-8 School is located in the Gilbert neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Gilbert.
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