Overview
Sterling Public Schools is the public school system for the city of Sterling, IL. It is a PreK thru 12th grade unit district of approximately 4000 students, configured into six different buildings. Franklin Elementary and Jefferson Elementary serve as the district's two PreK thru 2nd grade learning centers, while Washington Elementary and Lincoln Elementary house grades three thru five. Challand Middle
School, which is centrally located in the district, encompasses a true middle school philosophy for all 6th thru 8th grade students in the district. Lastly, Sterling High School is a picturesque campus that accommodates many successful academic, fine arts, and athletic programs.

The District's Mission Statement
Sterling Public Schools, in partnership with parents and community, will create a caring environment in which all students learn. This partnership shall empower all students to become responsible twenty-first century learners and decision-makers as they prepare for the future.

The District's Core Values

• Student-Driven Quality
• Collaborative Decision Making
• Public Responsibility and Citizenship
• Continuous Improvement
• Results Focus
• Fiscal Responsibility

District Report Card

Our Schools

Franklin Elementary School

Jefferson Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School

Washington Elementary School

Challand Middle School

Sterling High School