Serving 21 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sterling Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in ND)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Sterling Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 218.7 square miles in Sterling, ND. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sterling Elementary School's student population of 21 students has grown by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2022
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sterling Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
27%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
33%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Lion Pride Colors
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% ND state average).
How many students attend Sterling Elementary School?
21 students attend Sterling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Sterling Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sterling Elementary School?
Sterling Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Sterling Elementary School offer ?
Sterling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterling Elementary School part of?
Sterling Elementary School is part of Sterling 35 School District.
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