Sherwood Elementary School serves 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Math Proficiency: 92%
- Reading Proficiency: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sherwood Elementary School's student population of 531 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sherwood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)92%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)88%
82%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
22%
18%
White
40%
63%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Sherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Handley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary School?
531 students attend Sherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Sherwood Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherwood Elementary School?
Sherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sherwood Elementary School offer ?
Sherwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherwood Elementary School part of?
Sherwood Elementary School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Sherwood Elementary School located?
Sherwood Elementary School is located in the Saginaw Township North neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Saginaw Township North.
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