Serving 399 students in grades 3-5, Sterling Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sterling Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe, Achieve, Succeed.
School Rankings
Sterling Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1214 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
72%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling Elementary School's ranking?
Sterling Elementary School is ranked #1214 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Sterling Elementary School?
399 students attend Sterling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sterling Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sterling Elementary School?
Sterling Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sterling Elementary School offer ?
Sterling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterling Elementary School part of?
Sterling Elementary School is part of Warrensburg R-VI School District.
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