Best Schools in Sterling City, Texas
5 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High · 2 Other
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Sterling City School
Other · Sterling City ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
8.9
out of 10
Median Home
$143,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
8.9
out of 10
Median Home
$143,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sterling City schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sterling City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sterling City School | 8.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.9/10
- Median household income
- $78,750
- Median home value
- $143,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Sterling City compares
Median household income
$79k
106% of Texas median
About Schools in Sterling City, Texas
Sterling City, Texas is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 8.9 out of 10, schools in Sterling City perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Sterling City is Sterling City School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sterling City is served by 1 school district: STERLING CITY ISD. These districts collectively serve 360 students.
Sterling City's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,750. The poverty rate in the area is 2.7%.
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 | 7 students · Kindergarten–7th | — |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 students · 10th–12th | — |
| 2 | 1 students · 12th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 347 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 1 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Schools in Sterling City
Sterling City, Texas · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,750
Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
1,389
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
83%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Community Profile
Sterling City has a median household income of $78,750. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,200, with a median rent of $968/month. The local poverty rate of 2.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Sterling City, Texas
How many schools are in Sterling City, Texas?
Sterling City has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sterling City, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sterling City is 8.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Sterling City, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Sterling City on MySchoolScout is Sterling City School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
How many school districts serve Sterling City, Texas?
Sterling City is served by 1 school district: Sterling City ISD.
What is the education level in Sterling City, Texas?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Sterling City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sterling City, Texas?
The median household income in Sterling City is approximately $78,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sterling City, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sterling City is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sterling City, Texas?
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, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.