Serving 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Sherman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Attendance Zone: Sherman Elementary School serves the northern part of Mansfield, OH, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 11.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherman Elementary School's student population of 613 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 86% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
With love and expertise, Mansfield City Schools prepares diverse leaders and builds positive relationships with students, staff, and educational allies.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sherman Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
24%
17%
White
57%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sherman Elementary School?
613 students attend Sherman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sherman Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherman Elementary School?
Sherman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sherman Elementary School offer ?
Sherman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherman Elementary School part of?
Sherman Elementary School is part of Mansfield City School District.
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