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Sierra Vista Middle School

Sunnyside School District · Yakima County · 916 N. 16 Street, Sunnyside, WA 98944.0

(509)836-4157

1/10
#391
Rank 391 out of 408
English Language Arts1/10 · #379 · 8th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #395 · 3rd percentile
Science1/10 · #374 · 4th percentile

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School Overview

Sierra Vista Middle School serves the agricultural community of Sunnyside, a small city in the heart of Washington's Yakima Valley, where farming heritage runs deep and tight-knit family ties define daily life. Academics here face real challenges, with scores placing the school near the bottom of state rankings across English, math, and science — something families should weigh carefully, particularly those who prioritize strong core instruction. That said, Sunnyside itself has a strong sense of community pride, and families willing to stay involved and supplement at home may still find a supportive environment for their kids during the middle school years.

Student Demographics

538 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
506 (94%)
Other
32 (6%)

Key Indicators

English Learners174 (32%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged493 (92%)
Students with Disabilities62 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

550
Enrollment
39
Teachers (FTE)
14.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
24.1
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs3/10 · #297 · 28th percentile

13 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found