Serving 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sherwood Global Studies Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherwood Global Studies Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sherwood Global Studies Academy's student population of 131 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherwood Global Studies Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Global Studies Academy is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2756 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
63%
18%
White
8%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood Global Studies Academy's ranking?
Sherwood Global Studies Academy is ranked #2756 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Global Studies Academy?
131 students attend Sherwood Global Studies Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sherwood Global Studies Academy students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherwood Global Studies Academy?
Sherwood Global Studies Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sherwood Global Studies Academy offer ?
Sherwood Global Studies Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherwood Global Studies Academy part of?
Sherwood Global Studies Academy is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherwood Global Studies Academy located?
Sherwood Global Studies Academy is located in the Millbrook neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Millbrook.
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