Overview

Sterling High School is a public school in Sterling, IL, offering AP courses and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is the only high school in Sterling Community Unit School District 5.

School Rating

Sterling High School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
4/10
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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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College Success

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Students who are unprepared for college-level work may find themselves in costly remedial classes and are more likely to drop out of college. Successful high schools help kids find their passions and succeed after graduation.

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Advanced Courses

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Courses & Programs

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Low-Income Students


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Students With Disabilities

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STUDENT LIFE

School Improvement

Thrive Award
This school received a Thrive Award in 2021. Schools that win Thrive Awards have better outcomes for student learning, college readiness, and test scores.

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Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School


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Neighborhood

1608 4th Avenue
Sterling, IL 61081
School leader: Mr Jason Austin
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