Sherman High School is a public high school in Sherman, Texas, United States. It is part of the Sherman Independent School District located in central Grayson County and classified as a 5A school by the UIL. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 2,143 students in grades 9-12, Sherman High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sherman High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sherman school district, covering approximately 76.5 square miles in Sherman, TX. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 6.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherman High School's student population of 2,143 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 163 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,143 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
163 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Bearcats!
School Rankings
Sherman High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6472 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Bearcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman High School's ranking?
Sherman High School is ranked #6472 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sherman High School often compared to?
Sherman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Denison High School, S And S Cons High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sherman High School?
The graduation rate of Sherman High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Sherman High School?
2,143 students attend Sherman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sherman High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherman High School?
Sherman High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sherman High School offer ?
Sherman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sherman High School part of?
Sherman High School is part of Sherman Independent School District.
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