Sherwood Elementary School serves 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Math Proficiency: 92%
- Reading Proficiency: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sherwood Elementary School's student population of 546 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sherwood Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)92%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)88%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
46%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Sherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Handley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary School?
546 students attend Sherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sherwood Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherwood Elementary School?
Sherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sherwood Elementary School offer ?
Sherwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sherwood Elementary School part of?
Sherwood Elementary School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherwood Elementary School located?
Sherwood Elementary School is located in the Saginaw Township North neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Saginaw Township North.
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