Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Joseph C Sterling Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph C Sterling Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Joseph C Sterling Elementary School's student population of 364 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Joseph C Sterling Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph C Sterling Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#199 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph C Sterling Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph C Sterling Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Joseph C Sterling Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph C Sterling Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loren Eyler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Joseph C Sterling Elementary School?
364 students attend Joseph C Sterling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Joseph C Sterling Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph C Sterling Elementary School?
Joseph C Sterling Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph C Sterling Elementary School offer ?
Joseph C Sterling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph C Sterling Elementary School part of?
Joseph C Sterling Elementary School is part of Airport Community Schools School District.
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