Very Good

#216 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 22% of private schools

The Sterling School

Middle School

299 PACIFIC ST STE A, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

2.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

2nd – 6th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

2.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

2nd – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#216 of 992

In Brooklyn

#21 of 173

public schools

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About The Sterling School

The Sterling School is a private middle school in Brooklyn, NY. The Sterling School serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades 2nd-6th, and has a 2.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Sterling School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #216 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.1 pts above NY schools

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 46 students, The Sterling School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 2.7:1 students to teachers, The Sterling School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Sterling School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Sterling School compares to 444 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

2.7:1

This School

12.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

486

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.2

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 39.1% vs 0%

Black 28.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 23.9% vs 0%

Asian 4.3% vs 0%

The Sterling School Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Sterling School (this school)	—	46	2.7:1	7.2
PS 261 ZIPPORIAH MILLS	0.0 mi	591	13.4:1	6.6
PS 369 COY L COX SCHOOL	0.3 mi	506	5.2:1	3.7
BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE)	0.3 mi	796	11.5:1	7.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-COBBLE HILL	0.3 mi	358	—:1	6.2
BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 13	0.3 mi	730	11.8:1	5.0
BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL	0.3 mi	300	11.5:1	8.0
PS 38 PACIFIC (THE)	0.4 mi	548	15.7:1	7.9
URBAN ASSEMBLY INSTITUTE OF MATH AND SCIENCE FOR YOUNG WOMEN	0.5 mi	392	9.8:1	8.3
PS 29 JOHN M HARRIGAN	0.5 mi	702	16.7:1	7.9
MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE)	0.5 mi	524	9:1	8.0
BRIDGES: A SCHOOL FOR EXPLORATION AND EQUITY	0.5 mi	253	9.7:1	4.8
PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE	0.5 mi	448	8.3:1	8.4
PS 58 CARROLL (THE)	0.6 mi	735	16:1	8.0
PS 133 WILLIAM A BUTLER	0.7 mi	617	14.7:1	8.2
COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL	0.8 mi	464	10.3:1	6.7
PS 67 CHARLES A DORSEY	0.8 mi	181	10.1:1	5.0
PS 372 CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE)	0.8 mi	452	6.8:1	7.5
PS 287 BAILEY K ASHFORD	0.8 mi	121	9.3:1	5.0
EDMUND W GORDON BROOKLYN LABORATORY CHARTER SCHOOL	0.9 mi	188	11.1:1	3.9
MS 266 PARK PLACE COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.9 mi	81	5.1:1	5.4

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.7:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,080

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 71%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 3.0 / 10

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Enrollment 46

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 39.1%

Black 28.3%

Hispanic 23.9%

Asian 4.3%

Two or More 4.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

299 PACIFIC ST STE A, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Sterling School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DIGITAL ARTS AND CINEMA TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is URBAN ASSEMBLY INSTITUTE OF MATH AND SCIENCE FOR YOUNG WOMEN (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 261 ZIPPORIAH MILLS Brooklyn	0.0 mi	591	6.6
BROOKLYN FRONTIERS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.2 mi	124	5.5
COBBLE HILL SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES Brooklyn	0.2 mi	303	6.5
A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.2 mi	123	8.1
MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL- LS Brooklyn	0.2 mi	420	6.5
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.2 mi	152	7.8
BROOKLYN FRIENDS SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	578	7.7
BROOKLYN AUTISM CENTER ACADEMY Brooklyn	0.3 mi	24	—
NEW DAWN CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	212	6.5
BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 13 Brooklyn	0.3 mi	730	5.0
PS 369 COY L COX SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	506	3.7
FUSION ACADEMY BRK: BROOKLYN Brooklyn	0.4 mi	77	5.7
DIGITAL ARTS AND CINEMA TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	325	8.4
BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE) Brooklyn	0.3 mi	796	7.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-COBBLE HILL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	358	6.2
PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) Brooklyn	0.4 mi	548	7.9
GERMAN SCHOOL BROOKLYN Brooklyn	0.3 mi	43	5.4
BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	300	8.0
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR LAW AND JUSTICE (THE) Brooklyn	0.5 mi	435	7.4
URBAN ASSEMBLY INSTITUTE OF MATH AND SCIENCE FOR YOUNG WOMEN Brooklyn	0.5 mi	392	8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$169,285

Median Home Value

$1,131,700

Median Rent

$3,207/mo

Population

69,251

College Educated

79.2%

Homeownership

35.5%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

35.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Sterling School

What grades does The Sterling School serve?

The Sterling School serves students in grades 2nd through 6th.

How many students attend The Sterling School?

The Sterling School has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Sterling School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Sterling School is 2.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Sterling School rank in NY?

The Sterling School ranks #216 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The Sterling School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Sterling School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Sterling School a private school?

Yes, The Sterling School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Sterling School a religious school?

No, The Sterling School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

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Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 94 Biker’s Paradise

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 2nd – 6th
Enrollment: 46
Gender Split: 46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 2.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 17
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Kings County
Phone: (917) 909-0942

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