Serving 2,098 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,098 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterling High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sterling High School's student population of 2,098 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 147 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,098 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
147 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sterling High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling High School is 0.58, 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
#4597 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
19%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #4597 out of 8,188 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sterling High School?
2,098 students attend Sterling High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sterling High School students are Hispanic, 19% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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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