Sherman Indian High School is an off-reservation boarding high school for Native Americans. Originally opened in 1892 as the Perris Indian School, in Perris, California, the school was relocated to Riverside, California, in 1903, under the name Sherman Institute.
Sherman Indian High School serves 276 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Graduation Rate: 60-64%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherman Indian High School's student population of 276 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1903
School Motto
Produce A Good Human Being!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sherman Indian High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
American Indian
100%
1%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
27.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Yellow
School Mascot
Braves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sherman Indian High School often compared to?
Sherman Indian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington High School, Ramona High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sherman Indian High School?
The graduation rate of Sherman Indian High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Sherman Indian High School?
276 students attend Sherman Indian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Sherman Indian High School students are American Indian.
What grades does Sherman Indian High School offer ?
Sherman Indian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherman Indian High School part of?
Sherman Indian High School is part of Sherman Indian High School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherman Indian High School located?
Sherman Indian High School is located in the Ramona neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Ramona.
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