Serving 716 students in grades 6-8, Sterling Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington 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 Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sterling Junior High School's student population of 716 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sterling Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling Junior High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1028 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
48%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
49%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling Junior High School's ranking?
Sterling Junior High School is ranked #1028 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sterling Junior High School?
716 students attend Sterling Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sterling Junior High School students are White, 48% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sterling Junior High School?
Sterling Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sterling Junior High School offer ?
Sterling Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sterling Junior High School part of?
Sterling Junior High School is part of Eastmont School District.
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