Serving 670 students in grades 6-8, Sherwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherwood Middle School's student population of 670 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Sherwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1741 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
70%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood Middle School's ranking?
Sherwood Middle School is ranked #1741 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Sherwood Middle School often compared to?
Sherwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeway Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Middle School?
670 students attend Sherwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sherwood Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherwood Middle School?
Sherwood Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sherwood Middle School offer ?
Sherwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherwood Middle School part of?
Sherwood Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherwood Middle School located?
Sherwood Middle School is located in the Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Sherwood Forest.
School Reviews
4 10/14/2017
This school has changed from what i remember it being, the students should have a little freedom in what they do and how the teachers use to care a lot about the children in this generation but now its gone away. Let the kids be treated like a young adult then the way y'all treating them now but overall the school is great but it can get/be better than it is now.
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