Serving 743 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 5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sherwood Middle School serves the southern part of its school district in Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherwood Middle School's student population of 743 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
743 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 11-year historical data
School Rankings
Sherwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1702 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Hispanic
28%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Black
69%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
White
1%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood Middle School's ranking?
Sherwood Middle School is ranked #1702 out of 1,728 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, Hickory Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
743 students attend Sherwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sherwood Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
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.
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 10/10/2025
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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