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Sterling County

Texas · Public K-12

Sterling County's public schools total 2 across the county, with enrollment of about 335 and Sterling City ISD the largest single district. By level, that breaks down as 1 elementary schools.

7-year change in Sterling County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
335
+33 (+11%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
50%
was 52%
% Hispanic
48%
was 45%
% Black
1%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
2
1 districts
Enrollment
335
NCES CCD
Median income
$64,954
Below Texas avg
Free/reduced lunch
45.7%
Below Texas avg
Elementary
1
schools
Middle
0
schools
High
0
schools
Combined / other
1
335 students
LARGEST DISTRICT
STERLING CITY ISD
335 students · 1 district in Sterling County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Sterling County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
73%
Hispanic
36%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
21%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
50%
Hispanic
48%
Black
1%
Asian
0%
Two or more
n/r
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
24.5%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
1.2%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
2.1%
civilian labor
Median age
32
34.7% under 18

Test scores in Sterling County

Latest 2023-24 ELA proficiency, 1 schools ranked. Texas state average: 52.7%.

Top 1 schools (ELA)
  1. STERLING CITY SCHOOL· 63.0%

See all 1 schools in Sterling County ranked by score →

All schools (2)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
STERLING CITY SCHOOLSterling CityCombinedPK-12335·
STERLING CITY/VERIBEST SPECIAL PROGRAMSSterling CityElementaryM-M··

Cities in Sterling County

Sterling City2 schools

About Sterling County

Sterling County is a sparse Texas county of about 1,468 residents, home to 2 public schools and roughly 335 students.

In context, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $64,954, roughly 25% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the federal-poverty share is near 1%.

Looking at the level breakdown, Sterling County comprises 1 elementary school (0 students), and 1 combined or other schools.

STERLING CITY ISD is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 335 students across Sterling County.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Sterling County has expanded 11% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 302 students to 335. The Hispanic share of public-school enrollment grew from 45% to 48%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Sterling County discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Sterling County?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Sterling County, Texas, with a combined enrollment of about 335.
How many elementary schools are in Sterling County?
Sterling County, Texas has 1 public elementary school.
What is the largest school district in Sterling County?
STERLING CITY ISD is the largest school district in Sterling County, serving approximately 335 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Sterling County?
Sterling County, Texas has a population of approximately 1,468, with a median age of 32. About 34.7% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Sterling County?
Median household income in Sterling County is $64,954, below the Texas average of $66,482. About 1.2% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Sterling County?
Approximately 24.5% of adults 25 and older in Sterling County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Sterling County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 45.7% of students in Sterling County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Texas county average of 61.1%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sterling County schools?
Across Sterling County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 12.3 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Sterling County?
Sterling County residents are approximately 73% White, 36% Hispanic, 0% Black, 0% Asian, 21% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of housing in Sterling County is owner-occupied?
Sterling County has about 524 housing units, of which roughly 77.7% are owner-occupied.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data