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#885 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 40% in state
Sterling Elem.
Elementary School · WARRENSBURG R-VI
522 E GAY, Warrensburg, MO 64093
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#885 of 2,221
In Warrensburg
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
WARRENSBURG R-VI
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Sterling Elem.
Elementary School in Warrensburg · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sterling Elem.
Sterling Elem. is a public elementary school in Warrensburg, MO, part of WARRENSBURG R-VI. Sterling Elem. serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sterling Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #885 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Sterling Elem. show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Sterling Elem. — Students at Sterling Elem. score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Sterling Elem. Compares
See how Sterling Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
522 E GAY, Warrensburg, MO 64093
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sterling Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KNOB NOSTER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Knob Noster), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIDGE VIEW ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MARTIN WARREN ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Warrensburg, see our Warrensburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WARRENSBURG MIDDLE Warrensburg | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| MARTIN WARREN ELEM. Warrensburg | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| MAPLE GROVE ELEMENTARY Warrensburg | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| RIDGE VIEW ELEM. Warrensburg | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| WARRENSBURG HIGH Warrensburg | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| CREST RIDGE HIGH Centerview | 6.3 mi | 7.9 |
| CREST RIDGE ELEM. Centerview | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| JOHNSON COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Centerview | 6.6 mi | 6.1 |
| WHITEMAN A.F.B. ELEM. Whiteman Afb | 8.2 mi | 5.0 |
| KNOB NOSTER HIGH Knob Noster | 8.8 mi | 7.4 |
| KNOB NOSTER MIDDLE Knob Noster | 9.1 mi | 4.8 |
| KNOB NOSTER ELEM. Knob Noster | 9.2 mi | 8.1 |
| LEETON ELEM. Leeton | 12.3 mi | 5.2 |
| LEETON HIGH Leeton | 12.3 mi | 6.6 |
| LEETON MIDDLE Leeton | 12.3 mi | 5.4 |
| CHILHOWEE ELEM. Chilhowee | 13.8 mi | 4.3 |
| CHILHOWEE HIGH Chilhowee | 13.8 mi | 4.4 |
| SHAWNEE ELEM. Chilhowee | 16.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CONCORDIA HIGH Concordia | 16.9 mi | 5.8 |
| CONCORDIA ELEM. Concordia | 17.2 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,988
Median Home Value
$227,500
Median Rent
$867/mo
Population
27,509
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
27.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS Kansas City, MO | 6.9 |
| BELLE ELEM. Belle, MO | 6.9 |
| BLACK HAWK ELEM. Kahoka, MO | 6.9 |
| BOONE ELEM. Troy, MO | 6.9 |
| CONCORDIA ELEM. Concordia, MO | 6.9 |
| DEAR ELEM. Richmond, MO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sterling Elem.
What grades does Sterling Elem. serve?
Sterling Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Sterling Elem.?
Sterling Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sterling Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Sterling Elem. is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sterling Elem. rank in MO?
Sterling Elem. ranks #885 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Sterling Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Sterling Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sterling Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sterling Elem. has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sterling Elem. a charter school?
No, Sterling Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sterling Elem. a Title I school?
No, Sterling Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sterling Elem.?
30.1% of students at Sterling Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (660) 747-7478
Resources & Links
District
WARRENSBURG R-VI- District Enrollment
- 3,467
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,179
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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