Serving 114 students in grades 9-12, Sterling High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 26%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterling High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sterling High School's student population of 114 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sterling High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,674 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling High School is 0.39, 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
#444 out of 1674 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
12%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
n/a
8%
White
77%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling High School's ranking?
Sterling High School is ranked #444 out of 1,674 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Sterling High School often compared to?
Sterling High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fletcher High School, Elgin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% OK state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sterling High School?
The graduation rate of Sterling High School is 80%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Sterling High School?
114 students attend Sterling High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Sterling High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sterling High School?
Sterling High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sterling High School offer ?
Sterling High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sterling High School part of?
Sterling High School is part of Sterling School District.
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