Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sherwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sherwood Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Motto
At Sherwood Elementary, our vision is that each child will receive the best educational foundation our staff, parents, and community can offer.
School Rankings
Sherwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood Elementary School's ranking?
Sherwood Elementary School is ranked #482 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Sherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westgate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary School?
489 students attend Sherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sherwood Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherwood Elementary School?
Sherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sherwood Elementary School offer ?
Sherwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherwood Elementary School part of?
Sherwood Elementary School is part of Edmonds School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherwood Elementary School located?
Sherwood Elementary School is located in the Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Edmonds, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Sherwood Forest.
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