Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sherwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sherwood Elementary School serves the northern part of Phenix City, AL, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sherwood Elementary School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sherwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#261 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
48%
31%
White
33%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood Elementary School's ranking?
Sherwood Elementary School is ranked #261 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Sherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Sherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Primary School, Phenix City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary School?
493 students attend Sherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sherwood Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherwood Elementary School?
Sherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sherwood Elementary School offer ?
Sherwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherwood Elementary School part of?
Sherwood Elementary School is part of Phenix City School District.
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