Sisters Middle School

Sisters SD 6
15200 McKenzie Hwy
Sisters, OR 97759
260 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Sisters Middle School, located in the scenic town of Sisters, Oregon, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Sisters School District. Known for its commitment to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment, the school focuses on the holistic development of its students during their critical middle school years. The curriculum is designed to challenge learners through a blend of core academic subjects and enrichment opportunities, preparing them for the transition to high school while emphasizing critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility.

Beyond the classroom, the school leverages its unique location near the Cascade Mountains to provide a robust student experience. Sisters Middle School places a high value on community engagement and character development, often integrating local culture and values into their programming. With a dedicated faculty and a strong emphasis on student well-being, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop their talents, and succeed in a rapidly changing world.
260
Total Students
19.4
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    224 (86.2%)
  • Hispanic
    17 (6.5%)
  • Two or More
    10 (3.8%)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (1.2%)
  • Black
    1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Sisters SD 6
Phone: (541)549-2099
Website: http://sms.ssd6.org/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 260
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 137
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 79
Grade 7 100
Grade 8 81
Gender Ratio