Serving 97 students in grades 9-12, Sterling High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterling High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Sterling High School's student population of 97 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Sterling High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#307 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
82%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥80%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling High School's ranking?
Sterling High School is ranked #307 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Sterling High School often compared to?
Sterling High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fletcher High School, Elgin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sterling High School?
The graduation rate of Sterling High School is 80%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Sterling High School?
97 students attend Sterling High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Sterling High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sterling High School?
Sterling High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sterling High School offer ?
Sterling High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterling High School part of?
Sterling High School is part of Sterling School District.
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