Serving 64 students in grades 6-12, The Sterling School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Sterling School's student population of 64 students has grown by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
64 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Rankings
The Sterling School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Sterling School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#773 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
White
92%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Graduation Rate
60-69%
91.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sterling School's ranking?
The Sterling School is ranked #773 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Sterling School?
The graduation rate of The Sterling School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend The Sterling School?
64 students attend The Sterling School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of The Sterling School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Sterling School?
The Sterling School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Sterling School offer ?
The Sterling School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Sterling School part of?
The Sterling School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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