Serving 952 students in grades 5-6, Sherwood Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sherwood Middle School's student population of 952 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
952 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherwood Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#349 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
38%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
44%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood Middle School's ranking?
Sherwood Middle School is ranked #349 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Sherwood Middle School often compared to?
Sherwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Middle School?
952 students attend Sherwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sherwood Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherwood Middle School?
Sherwood Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sherwood Middle School offer ?
Sherwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherwood Middle School part of?
Sherwood Middle School is part of Shrewsbury School District.
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