Sherwood High School is a public high school in Sandy Spring in unincorporated Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools system. Sherwood's program of interest is the international studies program, and it is also known for its music and athletic programs.
Serving 1,693 students in grades 9-12, Sherwood High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sherwood High School's student population of 1,693 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
White, Black, Blue
School Rankings
Sherwood High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood High School is 0.71, which is less 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
#129 out of 1347 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
19%
23%
Black
17%
33%
White
47%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood High School's ranking?
Sherwood High School is ranked #129 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sherwood High School?
The graduation rate of Sherwood High School is 90%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Sherwood High School?
1,693 students attend Sherwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sherwood High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherwood High School?
Sherwood High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sherwood High School offer ?
Sherwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sherwood High School part of?
Sherwood High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
4 8/31/2024
Went here back in the early 2000s, great time for high school. Had a lot of extracurriculars, shops, government, clubs, sports, archery, auto mechanic classes, theater, and so on plenty of things if you wanted to be involved. When I was graduating they had added a new wing and updated a lot of the school equipment. I don't know what it's like now moved out of Maryland but it was a decent school back when I was there a better spot than Blake High School.
2 6/21/2010
I attended Sherwood and I don't think it was a good preparation for college. I had straight A's in my Senior year, but I still had to take rimidiation classes.Some of my friends' parents would ask for better grades for their kids, and they always got that. If the teacher was not compliant, they went straight to the administration. In the end, I can say that a bunch of aggressive parents were running the school.
5 6/1/2009
This is an excellent school, not only academically, but the parents and students who attend Sherwood are from the Olney/Ashton area which is a very small but loyal group of people.
5 9/26/2007
There are, as with many places, many teachers who are passionate about their subjects and the kids. I have had daughters in this school since 2000. The sports programs are also very good and coaches are committed. The parents and the community are very involved.
2 3/9/2007
A. This school is very hard for some people but easy for others.
B. They dont have any special programs it is a very boring school.
C. VERY good in football but sucks in everything else.
D. Old and rundown built in the 1900's
E. alot becuase it is a white school, so of course there is going to be alot of parents.Overall, the school is boring for everyone except the white people (Dont take offense to this). I am a student at the school and all I want to do is get a transfer over to Blake.
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