Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sherman Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sherman Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3 out of 617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman Elementary School's ranking?
Sherman Elementary School is ranked #3 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Sherman Elementary School?
234 students attend Sherman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sherman Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherman Elementary School?
Sherman Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherman Elementary School offer ?
Sherman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sherman Elementary School part of?
Sherman Elementary School is part of Boone County Schools.
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