For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 174 students in Sterling, MI.
Sterling, MI public schools have a diversity score of 0.07, which is less than the Michigan public school average of 0.56.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Sterling, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sterling Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
338 W State St
Sterling, MI 48659
(989) 654-2367
Sterling, MI 48659
(989) 654-2367
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Sterling, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Sterling, MI include Sterling Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sterling?
1 public schools are located in Sterling.
What is the racial composition of students in Sterling?
Sterling public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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