Serving 652 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Henry W Sory Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry W Sory Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Henry W Sory Elementary School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry W Sory Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry W Sory Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#3413 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
43%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry W Sory Elementary School's ranking?
Henry W Sory Elementary School is ranked #3413 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Henry W Sory Elementary School often compared to?
Henry W Sory Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, Crutchfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Henry W Sory Elementary School?
652 students attend Henry W Sory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Henry W Sory Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry W Sory Elementary School?
Henry W Sory Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henry W Sory Elementary School offer ?
Henry W Sory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Henry W Sory Elementary School part of?
Henry W Sory Elementary School is part of Sherman ISD School District.
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