What types of schools are available in Sterling, Virginia?

Sterling, Virginia offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Sterling, Virginia

Q: How many schools are in Sterling, Virginia?

There are 19 schools in Sterling, Virginia, serving 12,760 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Sterling?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Sterling, Virginia, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 19 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

12,760

Total Students

Across Sterling

9.8:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

19 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)19 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)0 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,453 students at Dominion High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 4:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Meadowland Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

729 S Sugarland Run Dr, Sterling, VA 20164

Elaine E. Thompson Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

24200 Pissaro Drive, Sterling, VA 20166

21328 Augusta Drive, Sterling, VA 20164

Forest Grove Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

46245 Forest Ridge Dr., Sterling, VA 20164

46665 Broadmore Dr, Sterling, VA 20165

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

201 W Holly Ave, Sterling, VA 20164

Countryside Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

20624 Countryside Blvd., Sterling, VA 20165

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

46240 Algonkian Pkwy., Sterling, VA 20165

46465 Esterbrook Pkwy, Sterling, VA 20165

Lowes Island Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

20755 Whitewater Dr, Sterling, VA 20165

20196 Carter Court, Sterling, VA 20165

200 W Church Rd, Sterling, VA 20164

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

98 Seneca Ridge Dr, Sterling, VA 20164

21326 Augusta Dr., Sterling, VA 20164

65 Sugarland Run Dr, Sterling, VA 20164

300 Circle Dr, Sterling, VA 20164

Rolling Ridge Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

500 E Frederick Dr, Sterling, VA 20164

600 W Poplar Rd, Sterling, VA 20164

400 W Laurel Ave, Sterling, VA 20164

Detailed Overview of Schools in Sterling

Sterling, Virginia is home to 19 schools serving over 12,760 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Sterling, Virginia?

There are 19 schools in Sterling, serving 12,760 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Sterling?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Sterling include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Sterling?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Sterling is 9.8:1.

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