STERLING JUNIOR HIGH/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Sterling Junior High/Senior High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Sterling school district, located in Sterling, KS with about 232 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Sterling Junior High/Senior High has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sterling Junior/Senior High School, located in Sterling, Kansas, serves as the secondary education hub for the USD 376 school district. The school is known for fostering a supportive, community-oriented environment that emphasizes academic growth and personal development for students in grades 7 through 12. By combining middle and high school levels under one roof, the institution facilitates a smooth transition for students as they progress toward graduation, offering a curriculum designed to prepare them for post-secondary success.

Beyond its core academic programs, the school maintains a strong commitment to student involvement through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs. As a staple of the Sterling community, the school benefits from small class sizes and a dedicated faculty focused on student engagement and individual achievement. With its focus on both tradition and preparing students for a modern workforce, Sterling Junior/Senior High School remains a central pillar for the families residing within the Sterling community.

For more information, contact Sterling Junior High/Senior High at (620) 278-2171 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.