Sterling High School

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Sterling High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
407 W Broadway St,  Sterling, CO
Valley School District No. RE-1
3.3
3.7
421 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Math Proficiency
0%
Reading Proficiency
0%
Average GPA
3.44
Graduation Rate
87%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
C
College Prep
C-
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.44
Reading Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
27
Full Time Teachers
27
Teachers in First or Second Year
3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1090
Math
540
Verbal
550
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details

Test Scores

Science
25%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
413:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.8%
Female
48.2%
White
64.1%
Hispanic
30.4%
Two or more races
2.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.4%
Black
1.4%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Northeastern Junior College 86 Students
Colorado State University 74 Students
University of Northern Colorado 65 Students
Colorado Mesa University 39 Students
University of Wyoming 39 Students
University of Colorado Denver 30 Students
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs 27 Students
University of Colorado Boulder 25 Students
University of Denver 22 Students
Regis University 22 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 24 Students
Business 22 Students
Psychology 13 Students
Computer Science 9 Students
Radiologic Technician 9 Students
Biology 8 Students
Elementary Education 8 Students
Criminology 7 Students
Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 7 Students
Physical Therapy 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 71 Reviews
3.0 Junior
1/2/2019
I like the different opportunities Sterling High School has. The teachers at Sterling High School are okay. One major thing I would change would be how long the lunch is. Instead of 40 minutes I would prefer an hour.
3.0 Senior
10/2/2018
SHS isn't the worst place you could be, but it definitely isn't the best. It is underfunded and staffed by a 40/60% ratio of teachers who actually care and teach well, and then those who are just there to make a paycheck. You can definitely tell.
3.0 Alum
6/4/2018
I liked that there were music and theater programs and that they also had an art program. I think adding more computer applications classes or similar might also be an additional benefit for the school and there could be some better food options and potentially a dedicated hotline at the school for those that might need help with a personal issue in one way or another in or out of school.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 3 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/26/2026
My daughters are excelling in this school, honor roll students, safety is top priority.
1.0 parent
5/20/2008
5.0 parent
1/7/2008

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Sterling High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Sterling, CO and is served by the Valley School District No. RE-1 in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 421 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 0% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 0% are proficient in reading. Sterling High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.44, the graduation rate is 87%, and the average SAT score is 1090. Discover additional schools in the area, like Sterling Middle School, St Anthony Elementary School, Gypsum Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Sterling has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sterling High School.

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