At a glance
Reported students
1,146
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
87.11
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Texas high enrollment
72nd percentile
Compared with 1,941 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
498
Sterling H S: 1,146 reported students.
State peer staffing position
44th percentile
13.2:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,611
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81.55
- Student–teacher ratio
- 19.8:1
What the reported data says about Sterling H S
Sterling H S is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Houston. It is one of 273 current school records connected to Houston ISD. NCES reports 1,146 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,941 high schools in Texas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 431 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 72nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.2:1, close to the Texas median of 13.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (55.1%) and Hispanic or Latino (41.9%). English learners represent 24.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 12 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Sterling H S
- 1How do the reported 13.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 87.11 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2.29 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 24.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 13.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 93.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2.29
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White1.2%
- Hispanic41.9%
- Black55.1%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
12 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Houston ISD
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Austin H S
High · Grades 09–12
1,181 reported students
Northside H S
High · Grades 09–12
1,058 reported students
Sharpstown International School
High · Grades 06–12
1,352 reported students
Debakey H S for Health Prof
High · Grades 09–12
929 reported students
Furr H S
High · Grades 09–12
914 reported students
North Forest H S
High · Grades 09–12
905 reported students
Public schools near Sterling H S
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pro-Vision Academy High · Charter · The Pro-Vision Academy | 09–12 | 212 | 2.7 mi |
| KIPP Sunnyside H S High · Charter · KIPP Texas Public Schools | 09–12 | 622 | 2.9 mi |
| Jones Futures Academy High · Houston ISD | 09–12 | 298 | 3 mi |
| Worthing H S High · Houston ISD | 09–12 | 751 | 3.1 mi |
| YES Prep - Southside High · Charter · YES Prep Public Schools Inc | 06–12 | 860 | 3.8 mi |
| YES Prep - Hobby High · Charter · YES Prep Public Schools Inc | 06–12 | 685 | 4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Sterling H S
What grades does Sterling H S serve?
Sterling H S reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Houston ISD.
How many students attend Sterling H S?
Sterling H S reported 1,146 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 72nd percentile among 1,941 Texas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,611 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Sterling H S?
The calculated ratio is 13.2:1, based on 1,146 students and 87.11 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Texas median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Sterling H S a public, charter, or magnet school?
Sterling H S is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Sterling H S students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
93.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Sterling H S in?
Sterling H S is part of Houston ISD, based in Houston, TX, which operates 273 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Sterling H S?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include The Pro-Vision Academy (2.7 mi), KIPP Sunnyside H S (2.9 mi), Jones Futures Academy (3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.