Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sherwood Global Studies Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sherwood Global Studies Academy serves the southeast part of Grand Rapids, MI, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherwood Global Studies Academy's student population of 121 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
121 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Sherwood Global Studies Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Global Studies Academy is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2604 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood Global Studies Academy's ranking?
Sherwood Global Studies Academy is ranked #2604 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Global Studies Academy?
121 students attend Sherwood Global Studies Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Sherwood Global Studies Academy students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherwood Global Studies Academy?
Sherwood Global Studies Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sherwood Global Studies Academy offer ?
Sherwood Global Studies Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sherwood Global Studies Academy part of?
Sherwood Global Studies Academy is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherwood Global Studies Academy located?
Sherwood Global Studies Academy is located in the Millbrook neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Millbrook.
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