Sterling High School is a comprehensive regional public high school and school district serving students in ninth through twelfth grades from five communities in Camden County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey.
Serving 881 students in grades 9-12, Sterling High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterling High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sterling High School's student population of 881 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
U-Knighted!
School Rankings
Sterling High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1975 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
20%
34%
Black
19%
15%
White
40%
38%
Hawaiian
12%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling High School's ranking?
Sterling High School is ranked #1975 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Sterling High School often compared to?
Sterling High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Triton Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sterling High School?
The graduation rate of Sterling High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Sterling High School?
881 students attend Sterling High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Sterling High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sterling High School?
Sterling High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sterling High School offer ?
Sterling High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterling High School part of?
Sterling High School is part of Sterling Regional School District.
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