Sherman Elementary School

312 South St
Sherman, IL 62684
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Sherman Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 552 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 1%
  • : Top 10% in IL
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 56% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sherman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Sherman Elementary School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Sherman Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#218 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
55-59%
27%
56%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
99%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.02
(22-23)
4.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sherman Elementary School's ranking?
Sherman Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sherman Elementary School often compared to?
Sherman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cantrall Elementary School, Iles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sherman Elementary School?
552 students attend Sherman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Sherman Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherman Elementary School?
Sherman Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherman Elementary School offer ?
Sherman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Sherman Elementary School part of?
Sherman Elementary School is part of Williamsville CUSD 15 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 552 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 1%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 56% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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