Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sherrod Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherrod Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherrod Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherrod Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#175 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
58%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
22%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherrod Elementary School's ranking?
Sherrod Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Sherrod Elementary School?
369 students attend Sherrod Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Sherrod Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherrod Elementary School?
Sherrod Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sherrod Elementary School offer ?
Sherrod Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherrod Elementary School part of?
Sherrod Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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