Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sherman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sherman Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#764 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
68%
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
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman Elementary School's ranking?
Sherman Elementary School is ranked #764 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Sherman Elementary School often compared to?
Sherman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Sherman Elementary School?
490 students attend Sherman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Sherman Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherman Elementary School?
Sherman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherman Elementary School offer ?
Sherman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sherman Elementary School part of?
Sherman Elementary School is part of Eau Claire Area School District.
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