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.
597
Total Students
25.3
Full-Time Teachers
23.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sierra Madre Middle
Demographic Student Count
White198
Hispanic181
Black28
Asian116
Two or More72
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    198 (33.2%)
  • Hispanic
    181 (30.3%)
  • Asian
    116 (19.4%)
  • Two or More
    72 (12.1%)
  • Black
    28 (4.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.3%)
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: 597
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.3
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 6 208
Grade 7 205
Grade 8 184

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Sierra Madre Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6208
Grade 7205
Grade 8184
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Sierra Madre Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28046.9%
Male31753.1%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)