Sierra Madre Middle
574 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 205 |
| Hispanic | 160 |
| Black | 33 |
| Asian | 118 |
| Two or More | 53 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White205 (35.9 %)
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Hispanic160 (28.0 %)
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Asian118 (20.7 %)
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Two or More53 (9.3 %)
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Black33 (5.8 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 196 |
| Grade 7 | 201 |
| Grade 8 | 177 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 269 | 46.9% |
| Male | 302 | 52.6% |
| Not Specified | 3 | 0.5% |
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