Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sherwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sherwood Elementary School's student population of 686 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood Elementary School's ranking?
Sherwood Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Sherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Sherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maddux Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary School?
686 students attend Sherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sherwood Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherwood Elementary School?
Sherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sherwood Elementary School offer ?
Sherwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Sherwood Elementary School part of?
Sherwood Elementary School is part of Forest Hills Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherwood Elementary School located?
Sherwood Elementary School is located in the Sherwood neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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