Serving 74 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sherrouse School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherrouse School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Sherrouse School's student population of 74 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherrouse School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherrouse School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#227 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
88%
42%
White
10%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherrouse School's ranking?
Sherrouse School is ranked #227 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sherrouse School?
The graduation rate of Sherrouse School is 20%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Sherrouse School?
74 students attend Sherrouse School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Sherrouse School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherrouse School?
Sherrouse School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sherrouse School offer ?
Sherrouse School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Sherrouse School part of?
Sherrouse School is part of City Of Monroe School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherrouse School located?
Sherrouse School is located in the Booker T Washington neighborhood of Monroe, LA.
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