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Sherwood Elementary School

706 Idle Hour Dr
Phenix City, AL 36867
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sherwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 30% in AL
  • : 42% (Top 30%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sherwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Sherwood Elementary School's student population of 537 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Sherwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AL)
#261 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
42%
30%
59%
47%
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
44%
32%
White
35%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sherwood Elementary School's ranking?
Sherwood Elementary School is ranked #261 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Sherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Sherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary School?
537 students attend Sherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sherwood Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherwood Elementary School?
Sherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
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 Phenix City School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
I love this school and I miss it so much
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Kamryn Hammock

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 42% (Top 30%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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