Serving 713 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sterling School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterling School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sterling School's student population of 713 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sterling School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 1154 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
25%
31%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling School's ranking?
Sterling School is ranked #19 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Sterling School?
713 students attend Sterling School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sterling School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sterling School?
Sterling School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sterling School offer ?
Sterling School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterling School part of?
Sterling School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sterling School located?
Sterling School is located in the Nicholtown neighborhood of Greenville, SC.
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