Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sherman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sherman Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1922 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
91%
9%
White
1%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
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 #1922 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Sherman Elementary School?
242 students attend Sherman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Sherman Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherman Elementary School?
Sherman Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherman Elementary School offer ?
Sherman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sherman Elementary School part of?
Sherman Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherman Elementary School located?
Sherman Elementary School is located in the Saint Joseph neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Saint Joseph.
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