Serving 498 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sherwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sherwood Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Sandy Spring, MD, covering an area of approximately 17.5 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 2.4 miles, and the furthest edge located 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherwood Elementary School's student population of 498 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sherwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#285 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
24%
24%
Black
21%
32%
White
37%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Sherwood Shark
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood Elementary School's ranking?
Sherwood Elementary School is ranked #285 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Sherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Sherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood High School, Greenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary School?
498 students attend Sherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Sherwood Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherwood Elementary School?
Sherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sherwood Elementary School offer ?
Sherwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sherwood Elementary School part of?
Sherwood Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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