Serving 401 students in grades 6-8, Sherman Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sherman Middle School's student population of 401 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1529 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
24%
9%
White
32%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman Middle School's ranking?
Sherman Middle School is ranked #1529 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Sherman Middle School?
401 students attend Sherman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Sherman Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherman Middle School?
Sherman Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherman Middle School offer ?
Sherman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherman Middle School part of?
Sherman Middle School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherman Middle School located?
Sherman Middle School is located in the Sherman neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Sherman.
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