Serving 444 students in grades 1-6, Sherwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sherwood Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#647 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
70%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood Elementary School's ranking?
Sherwood Elementary School is ranked #647 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Sherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westgate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary School?
444 students attend Sherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sherwood Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherwood Elementary School?
Sherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sherwood Elementary School offer ?
Sherwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Sherwood Elementary School part of?
Sherwood Elementary School is part of Edmonds School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherwood Elementary School located?
Sherwood Elementary School is located in the Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Edmonds, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Sherwood Forest.
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