For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 607 students in Sterling, MA.
The top ranked public schools in Sterling, MA are Houghton Elementary School and Chocksett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sterling, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Sterling have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Sterling, MA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Houghton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32 Boutelle Road
Sterling, MA 01564
(978) 422-2333
Sterling, MA 01564
(978) 422-2333
Grades: K-4
| 328 students
Rank: #22.
Chocksett Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
40 Boutelle Road
Sterling, MA 01564
(978) 422-6552
Sterling, MA 01564
(978) 422-6552
Grades: 5-8
| 279 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Sterling, MA?
The top ranked public schools in Sterling, MA include Houghton Elementary School and Chocksett Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Sterling?
2 public schools are located in Sterling.
What is the racial composition of students in Sterling?
Sterling public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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