Serving 221 students in grades 9-12, Sherwood High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sherwood High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Creighton, MO, covering approximately 191.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sherwood High School's student population of 221 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sherwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#463 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood High School's ranking?
Sherwood High School is ranked #463 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Sherwood High School often compared to?
Sherwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrisonville High School, Pleasant Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sherwood High School?
The graduation rate of Sherwood High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Sherwood High School?
221 students attend Sherwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sherwood High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% 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 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sherwood High School offer ?
Sherwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherwood High School part of?
Sherwood High School is part of Sherwood Cass R-VIII School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Without the understanding and patience of the teachers, I would have never graduated. my GPA went from 1.0 at the start of my senior year and rose to 2.5 by graduation. This school was amazing and if I could reverse time I would have stayed in this district instead of moving.
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