Serving 786 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sterling Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sterling Elementary serves the southern part of Pineville, NC, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sterling Elementary School's student population of 786 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
786 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Sterling Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2556 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)19%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
73%
22%
Black
21%
24%
White
4%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling Elementary School's ranking?
Sterling Elementary School is ranked #2556 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sterling Elementary School often compared to?
Sterling Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinewood Elementary School, Beverly Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sterling Elementary School?
786 students attend Sterling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sterling Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sterling Elementary School?
Sterling Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sterling Elementary School offer ?
Sterling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterling Elementary School part of?
Sterling Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Sterling Elementary School located?
Sterling Elementary School is located in the Sterling neighborhood of Pineville, NC.
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