STERLING HIGH SCHOOL
STERLING H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 1,384 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 71 teachers, STERLING H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 High School, located on Martindale Road in Houston, Texas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Houston Independent School District (HISD). The school is known for its strong focus on career and technical education (CTE), often serving as a hub for students looking to gain specialized skills in fields such as aviation, energy, and logistics alongside their traditional academic coursework. Its modern campus facilities are designed to support a robust learning environment, emphasizing hands-on training that prepares students for both higher education and immediate entry into the workforce.
Beyond its technical programs, Sterling High School fosters a diverse school community dedicated to academic achievement and student development. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, student organizations, and leadership opportunities, aimed at creating a well-rounded educational experience. By leveraging its partnerships with local industries and the broader HISD network, Sterling aims to empower its students to succeed in a competitive global economy while providing them with the support necessary to reach their individual graduation and career goals.
For more information, contact STERLING H S at (713) 991-0510 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
HOUSTON, TX 77048-2099
(713) 991-0510
http://www.houstonisd.org
STERLING HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in HOUSTON, TX with about 1,384 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- HOUSTON ISD
- Total Students:
- 1,384
- Teachers:
- 71.4
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,384 students
- Black or African American
- 51.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 45.7%
- White
- 1.9%
- Two or more races
- 0.4%
- Asian
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 44.4%
- Male
- 55.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.