Schools in Sterling, Nebraska (2025)
2 schools · 224 students · 2 public · median Enrollment 143.
Sterling, in Nebraska, has 2 schools in United States's 2025 data, together educating about 224 students. By level there are 1 high, 1 elementary; by sector 2 public.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (US). The highest-scoring is Sterling High School (68.6, top 25% of high schools nationally), followed by Sterling Elementary School (57.8, top 50% of elementary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare an elementary school with other elementary schools.
The largest schools are Sterling Elementary School (143 students), Sterling High School (81 students).
Ranked schools in Sterling
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and Nebraska.
- 169Sterling High SchoolSterling · Public High74.5% Math proficiency · 81 students
- 258Sterling Elementary SchoolSterling · Public Elementary54.5% Math proficiency · 143 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sterling High School Sterling · High · Grades 7–12 | Public | 68.6 Top 25% | 74.5% Math proficiency | 81 |
| 2 | Sterling Elementary School Sterling · Elementary · Grades PK–6 | Public | 57.8 Top 50% | 54.5% Math proficiency | 143 |
Compare the top 2 schools in Sterling side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Sterling?
Sterling High School is the highest-ranked school in Sterling with a Success Index (US) of 68.6 out of 100 (Top 25% of high schools in United States).
How many schools are in Sterling?
Sterling has 2 schools (1 high, 1 elementary) educating 224 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Sterling?
The median Enrollment across schools in Sterling is 143. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.