Best Schools in Sterling, North Dakota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$461,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$461,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $72,500
- Median home value
- $461,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Sterling compares
Median household income
$73k
93% of North Dakota median
About Schools in Sterling, North Dakota
Sterling, North Dakota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
Sterling is served by 1 school district: STERLING 35. These districts collectively serve 21 students.
Sterling's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,500. The poverty rate in the area is 30.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
Schools in Sterling
Sterling, North Dakota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,500
Median Home Value
$461,100
Population
322
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
93%
Poverty Rate
30.7%
Community Profile
Sterling has a median household income of $72,500. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $461,100. The area has a poverty rate of 30.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Sterling, North Dakota
How many schools are in Sterling, North Dakota?
Sterling has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
How many school districts serve Sterling, North Dakota?
Sterling is served by 1 school district: Sterling 35.
What is the education level in Sterling, North Dakota?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Sterling have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sterling, North Dakota?
The median household income in Sterling is approximately $72,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sterling, North Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sterling is 7.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sterling, North Dakota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.