For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 536 students in Sherman, IL.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sherman have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Sherman, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sherman Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
312 South St
Sherman, IL 62684
(217) 496-2021
Sherman, IL 62684
(217) 496-2021
Grades: PK-4
| 536 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Sherman, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Sherman, IL include Sherman Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sherman?
1 public elementary schools are located in Sherman.
What is the racial composition of students in Sherman?
Sherman public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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