Serving 800 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sterlington Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sterlington Elementary School serves the northeast part of Sterlington, LA, covering an area of approximately 61.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles from the school to the boundary of the attendance zone, which extends up to 10 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterlington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sterlington Elementary School's student population of 800 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
800 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
As a community, Ouachita Parish Schools will connect learning to 21st Century skills needed for college and career ready students who will excel in a global society.
School Rankings
Sterlington Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterlington Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#101 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterlington Elementary School's ranking?
Sterlington Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Sterlington Elementary School often compared to?
Sterlington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrisonburg High School, Sterlington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Sterlington Elementary School?
800 students attend Sterlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sterlington Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sterlington Elementary School?
Sterlington Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sterlington Elementary School offer ?
Sterlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterlington Elementary School part of?
Sterlington Elementary School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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