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 2,160 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sherman High School's student population of 2,160 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Year Founded
1915
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Sherman High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 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
#5863 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
48%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman High School's ranking?
Sherman High School is ranked #5863 out of 8,188 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sherman High School?
2,160 students attend Sherman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sherman High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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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