Warren A. Sherman Elementary School is a public elementary school in Warwick, Rhode Island.This school is a Feinstein Leadership School. The school's principal is Ms. SanMartino, and secretary is Kathryn Wickham. Sherman educates students grade K-5.
Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sherman School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherman School's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Rankings
Sherman School ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#130 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
72%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sammy The Shark
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman School's ranking?
Sherman School is ranked #130 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Sherman School often compared to?
Sherman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warwick Neck School, Greenwood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Sherman School?
323 students attend Sherman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sherman School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherman School?
Sherman School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherman School offer ?
Sherman School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherman School part of?
Sherman School is part of Warwick School District.
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