Serving 47 students in grades 6-12, The Sterling School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Sterling School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Sterling School's student population of 47 students has declined by 6% 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
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Sterling School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Sterling School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
n/a
11%
White
89%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
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 #298 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 90%.
How many students attend The Sterling School?
47 students attend The Sterling School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of The Sterling School students are White, 9% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Sterling School offer ?
The Sterling School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The Sterling School part of?
The Sterling School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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