Sterling Middle
967 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Sterling Middle School, located at 201 W Holly Ave in Sterling, Virginia, is a key educational institution within the Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) district. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school focuses on fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment designed to help adolescents transition successfully from elementary school to high school. The school’s curriculum is aligned with Virginia state standards, emphasizing core subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, while offering various elective options to encourage student exploration in the arts, technology, and physical education.
Beyond the classroom, Sterling Middle School places a strong emphasis on community and student development through a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports teams, academic clubs, and arts programs. The school is known for its diverse student population and its commitment to creating an inclusive culture where students are encouraged to develop leadership skills and social responsibility. By focusing on both the intellectual and social-emotional growth of its students, Sterling Middle aims to prepare its graduates to be productive, lifelong learners in an increasingly complex world.
Beyond the classroom, Sterling Middle School places a strong emphasis on community and student development through a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports teams, academic clubs, and arts programs. The school is known for its diverse student population and its commitment to creating an inclusive culture where students are encouraged to develop leadership skills and social responsibility. By focusing on both the intellectual and social-emotional growth of its students, Sterling Middle aims to prepare its graduates to be productive, lifelong learners in an increasingly complex world.
967
Total Students
94.3
Full-Time Teachers
10.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 76 |
| Hispanic | 739 |
| Black | 49 |
| Asian | 82 |
| Two or More | 15 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 5 |
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Hispanic739 (76.4%)
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Asian82 (8.5%)
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White76 (7.9%)
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Black49 (5.1%)
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Two or More15 (1.6%)
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Pacific Islander5 (0.5%)
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American Indian1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Loudoun County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (571)434-4520 |
| Website: | http://www.lcps.org/sms |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 967 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 94.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 818 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
310
Grade 7
326
Grade 8
331
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 310 |
| Grade 7 | 326 |
| Grade 8 | 331 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 456 | 47.2% |
| Male | 511 | 52.8% |
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