Ross S. Sterling High School is a public high school located in Baytown, Texas and classified as a 6A school by the UIL. Sterling is a part of the Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District which covers southeastern Harris County and eastern Chambers County.
Serving 2,150 students in grades 9-12, Sterling High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sterling High School serves the eastern part of Baytown, TX, covering an area of approximately 23.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sterling High School's student population of 2,150 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Campus Size
86 acres
School Rankings
Sterling High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5713 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
61%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
18%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue, Silver
School Mascot
Ranger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling High School's ranking?
Sterling High School is ranked #5713 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sterling High School often compared to?
Sterling High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goose Creek Memorial by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX 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 Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sterling High School?
2,150 students attend Sterling High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Sterling High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sterling High School?
Sterling High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 Goose Creek CISD School District.
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