Serving 700 students in grades 6-8, Sierramont Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierramont Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sierramont Middle School's student population of 700 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sierramont Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierramont Middle School is 0.47, 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
#912 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
70%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierramont Middle School's ranking?
Sierramont Middle School is ranked #912 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierramont Middle School often compared to?
Sierramont Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierramont Middle School?
700 students attend Sierramont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sierramont Middle School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierramont Middle School?
Sierramont Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierramont Middle School offer ?
Sierramont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sierramont Middle School part of?
Sierramont Middle School is part of Berryessa Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierramont Middle School located?
Sierramont Middle School is located in the Berryessa neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Berryessa.
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