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#572 of 864 schools in NM
Sierra Elementary
Elementary School · ALAMOGORDO
2211 PUERTO RICO AVE, Alamogordo, NM 88310
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#572 of 864
In Alamogordo
#5 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 13
ALAMOGORDO
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Sierra Elementary
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About Sierra Elementary
Sierra Elementary is a public elementary school in Alamogordo, NM, part of ALAMOGORDO. Sierra Elementary serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sierra Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #572 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Sierra Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Sierra Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sierra Elementary — Students at Sierra Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Sierra Elementary Compares
See how Sierra Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2211 PUERTO RICO AVE, Alamogordo, NM 88310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sierra Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLLOMAN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Holloman Afb), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUNSET HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DESERT STAR ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alamogordo, see our Alamogordo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED Alamogordo | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTH ELEMENTARY Alamogordo | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| STEPPING STONES PRESCHOOL Alamogordo | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| CHAPARRAL MIDDLE Alamogordo | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| IMAGO DEI ACADEMY Alamogordo | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ST FRANCES CABRINI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alamogordo | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| BUENA VISTA ELEMENTARY Alamogordo | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| SUNSET HILLS ELEMENTARY Alamogordo | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ALAMOGORDO HIGH Alamogordo | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| YUCCA ELEMENTARY Alamogordo | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alamogordo | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alamogordo | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| 3001 THUNDER RD Alamagordo | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| DESERT STAR ELEMENTARY Alamogordo | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE Alamogordo | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| CANYON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alamogordo | 2.7 mi | — |
| LA LUZ ELEMENTARY La Luz | 4.1 mi | 4.0 |
| HIGH ROLLS MOUNTAIN PARK ELEMENTARY High Rolls | 7.0 mi | — |
| HOLLOMAN MIDDLE Holloman Afb | 9.3 mi | 7.8 |
| HOLLOMAN ELEMENTARY Holloman Afb | 9.4 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,833
Median Home Value
$164,300
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
36,737
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
38.6
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| Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School Prewitt, NM | 5.5 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 5.5 |
| KIT CARSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.5 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL Rio Rancho, NM | 5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sierra Elementary
What grades does Sierra Elementary serve?
Sierra Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sierra Elementary?
Sierra Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sierra Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sierra Elementary rank in NM?
Sierra Elementary ranks #572 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Sierra Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sierra Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sierra Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sierra Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sierra Elementary a charter school?
No, Sierra Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sierra Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sierra Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sierra Elementary?
39.6% of students at Sierra Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Otero County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (575) 812-5800
Resources & Links
District
ALAMOGORDO- District Enrollment
- 5,480
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,655
- District Rank
- #6 of 13
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