Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sterling Morton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sterling Morton Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Students Today to Reach Their Potential Tomorrow
School Rankings
Sterling Morton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling Morton Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#728 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
81%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling Morton Elementary School's ranking?
Sterling Morton Elementary School is ranked #728 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Sterling Morton Elementary School often compared to?
Sterling Morton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Hollow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sterling Morton Elementary School?
298 students attend Sterling Morton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sterling Morton Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sterling Morton Elementary School?
Sterling Morton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sterling Morton Elementary School offer ?
Sterling Morton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterling Morton Elementary School part of?
Sterling Morton Elementary School is part of Mentor Exempted Village School District.
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