Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sterling Grade School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sterling Grade School serves the entire district of Sterling, KS, covering an area of approximately 157.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterling Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sterling Grade School's student population of 268 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sterling Grade School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling Grade School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#34 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling Grade School's ranking?
Sterling Grade School is ranked #34 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Sterling Grade School often compared to?
Sterling Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyons Central Elementary School, Central State Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Sterling Grade School?
268 students attend Sterling Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sterling Grade School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sterling Grade School?
Sterling Grade School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sterling Grade School offer ?
Sterling Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterling Grade School part of?
Sterling Grade School is part of Sterling School District.
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