School Overview
Sierra Madre Middle School, located in the charming foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, serves as a central hub for academic and personal growth within the Pasadena Unified School District. As a neighborhood middle school, it is highly regarded for its commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a focus on student well-being. The campus is known for maintaining a strong sense of community, reflecting the small-town character of Sierra Madre while providing students with the diverse resources and opportunities expected of a public school district.

Beyond the classroom, Sierra Madre Middle emphasizes the development of the "whole child" through a variety of extracurricular activities, arts, and technology-focused initiatives. The school benefits from active parent involvement and community partnerships, which help enrich the student experience and support local educational goals. By prioritizing critical thinking, collaborative learning, and social-emotional development, the school aims to prepare its students for the transition to high school and beyond, ensuring they are well-rounded, thoughtful members of the community.
574
Total Students
24.3
Full-Time Teachers
23.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
40.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sierra Madre Middle
Demographic Student Count
White205
Hispanic160
Black33
Asian118
Two or More53
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    205 (35.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    160 (28.0 %)
  • Asian
    118 (20.7 %)
  • Two or More
    53 (9.3 %)
  • Black
    33 (5.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Pasadena Unified
Phone: (626)396-5910
Website: http://smms.pusd.us
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 574
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 164
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 70
Grades Taught
Grade 6 196
Grade 7 201
Grade 8 177

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Sierra Madre Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6196
Grade 7201
Grade 8177
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Sierra Madre Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26946.9%
Male30252.6%
Not Specified30.5%
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