Serving 350 students in grades 5-8, Sterling Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterling Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sterling Middle School's student population of 350 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sterling Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3402 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤1%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
73%
16%
White
10%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
28%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling Middle School's ranking?
Sterling Middle School is ranked #3402 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sterling Middle School often compared to?
Sterling Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Von Steuben Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sterling Middle School?
350 students attend Sterling Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sterling Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sterling Middle School?
Sterling Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sterling Middle School offer ?
Sterling Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Sterling Middle School part of?
Sterling Middle School is part of Peoria SD 150 School District.
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