Serving 749 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 92% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). 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 15:1 is higher than 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 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 92% (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 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
749 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Inspiring a Lifelong Love of Learning
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Sterling School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling School is 0.65, 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
#16 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
22%
31%
White
53%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Greenville 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling School's ranking?
Sterling School is ranked #16 out of 1,118 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?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Sterling School?
749 students attend Sterling School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sterling School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sterling School?
Sterling School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sterling School offer ?
Sterling School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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