Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Sherman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sherman Elementary School's student population of 497 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
With love and expertise, Mansfield City Schools prepares diverse leaders and builds positive relationships with students, staff, and educational allies.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sherman Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
26%
17%
White
56%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sherman Elementary School?
497 students attend Sherman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sherman Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherman Elementary School?
Sherman Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sherman Elementary School offer ?
Sherman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherman Elementary School part of?
Sherman Elementary School is part of Mansfield City School District.
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