Average
#1700 of 2,228 schools in WA
Sierra Vista Middle School
Middle School · Sunnyside School District
916 N. 16 Street, Sunnyside, WA 98944
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
586
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,700 of 2,228
In Sunnyside
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Sunnyside School District
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Sierra Vista Middle School
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About Sierra Vista Middle School
Sierra Vista Middle School is a public middle school in Sunnyside, WA, part of Sunnyside School District. Sierra Vista Middle School serves approximately 586 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sierra Vista Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,700 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Sierra Vista Middle School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sierra Vista Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at Sierra Vista Middle School 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 Vista Middle School — Students at Sierra Vista Middle School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA 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: 7.0/10.
How Sierra Vista Middle School Compares
See how Sierra Vista Middle School 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
916 N. 16 Street, Sunnyside, WA 98944
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sierra Vista Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Grandview Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Grandview), which scores notably higher. Another option is Granger Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Granger), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harrison Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sunnyside, see our Sunnyside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sun Valley Elementary School Sunnyside | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Sunnyside High School Sunnyside | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| SHS Graduation Alliance Sunnyside | 0.9 mi | — |
| SUNNYSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sunnyside | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Harrison Middle School Sunnyside | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Chief Kamiakin Elementary School Sunnyside | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Sunnyside | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Washington Elementary Sunnyside | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Outlook Elementary School Sunnyside | 4.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Grandview High School Grandview | 6.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Grandview Middle School Grandview | 6.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Thompson Elementary School Grandview | 6.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Contract Learning Center Grandview | 6.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Mcclure Elementary School Grandview | 6.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Artz Fox Elementary Mabton | 8.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Mabton Step Up To College Mabton | 7.0 mi | — |
| Mabton Jr. Sr. High Mabton | 8.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Smith Elementary School Grandview | 7.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Granger Middle School Granger | 9.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Granger | 9.2 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98944 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,167
Median Home Value
$230,100
Median Rent
$959/mo
Population
24,048
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
28.1
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| Daybreak Middle Battle Ground, WA | 5.1 |
| Edgemont Jr High Edgewood, WA | 5.1 |
| Glover Middle School Spokane, WA | 5.1 |
| Highland Middle School Bellevue, WA | 5.1 |
| Shahala Middle School Vancouver, WA | 5.1 |
| Shuksan Middle School Bellingham, WA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sierra Vista Middle School
What grades does Sierra Vista Middle School serve?
Sierra Vista Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sierra Vista Middle School?
Sierra Vista Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 586 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra Vista Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sierra Vista Middle School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sierra Vista Middle School rank in WA?
Sierra Vista Middle School ranks #1,700 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Sierra Vista Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sierra Vista Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Vista Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sierra Vista Middle School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sierra Vista Middle School a charter school?
No, Sierra Vista Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sierra Vista Middle School a Title I school?
No, Sierra Vista Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sierra Vista Middle School?
83.8% of students at Sierra Vista Middle School 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 586
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Yakima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (509) 836-4157
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyside School District- District Enrollment
- 6,213
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,915
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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