Sterling Middle School
397 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Sterling Middle School is located at 1177 Pawnee Street in Sterling, Colorado, and serves as a key educational institution within the RE-1 Valley School District. The school provides a focused learning environment for students in the middle grades, emphasizing both academic development and personal growth during these formative years. As a central part of the Sterling community, the school is dedicated to preparing its students for the transition to high school by offering a curriculum designed to build foundational skills in core subjects while fostering social responsibility.
Beyond its academic offerings, Sterling Middle School prioritizes creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in various extracurricular activities and school programs. By maintaining a connection to the local Sterling community, the school aims to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students develop critical thinking, character, and school spirit. The facility on Pawnee Street acts as a community hub that supports the educational needs of the local youth and emphasizes the importance of a collaborative partnership between staff, families, and the student body.
Beyond its academic offerings, Sterling Middle School prioritizes creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in various extracurricular activities and school programs. By maintaining a connection to the local Sterling community, the school aims to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students develop critical thinking, character, and school spirit. The facility on Pawnee Street acts as a community hub that supports the educational needs of the local youth and emphasizes the importance of a collaborative partnership between staff, families, and the student body.
397
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 260 |
| Hispanic | 112 |
| Black | 5 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 12 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White260 (65.5%)
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Hispanic112 (28.2%)
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Two or More12 (3.0%)
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Black5 (1.3%)
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American Indian4 (1.0%)
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Asian3 (0.8%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | School District No. Re-1 Valley |
| Phone: | (970)522-1041 |
| Website: | http://re1valleyco.sites.thrillshare.com/o/sterling-middle-school |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 397 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 28.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 203 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 26 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
138
Grade 7
130
Grade 8
129
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 138 |
| Grade 7 | 130 |
| Grade 8 | 129 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 168 | 42.3% |
| Male | 229 | 57.7% |