Serving 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sherman Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sherman Elementary School's student population of 243 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 629 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
98%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman Elementary School's ranking?
Sherman Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Sherman Elementary School?
243 students attend Sherman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Sherman Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherman Elementary School?
Sherman Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherman Elementary School offer ?
Sherman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherman Elementary School part of?
Sherman Elementary School is part of Boone County Schools School District.
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