Serving 539 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sherman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherman Elementary School's student population of 539 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3286 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
90%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman Elementary School's ranking?
Sherman Elementary School is ranked #3286 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sherman Elementary School often compared to?
Sherman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, Porter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sherman Elementary School?
539 students attend Sherman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sherman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherman Elementary School?
Sherman Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Sherman Elementary School offer ?
Sherman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sherman Elementary School part of?
Sherman Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherman Elementary School located?
Sherman Elementary School is located in the Sherman Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Black History Month
February 01, 2025 (Saturday)
First Day of Women's History Month
March 01, 2025 (Saturday)
Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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