For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 536 students in Sherman, IL.
The top ranked public school in Sherman, IL is Sherman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sherman, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Sherman have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Sherman, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherman Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
312 South St
Sherman, IL 62684
(217) 496-2021
Sherman, IL 62684
(217) 496-2021
Gr: PK-4 | 536 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Sherman, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Sherman, IL include Sherman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sherman?
1 public schools are located in Sherman.
What is the racial composition of students in Sherman?
Sherman public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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