Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sherman Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sherman Elementary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#205 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
74%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman Elementary School's ranking?
Sherman Elementary School is ranked #205 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sherman Elementary School often compared to?
Sherman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sherman Elementary School?
424 students attend Sherman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Sherman Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherman Elementary School?
Sherman Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sherman Elementary School offer ?
Sherman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sherman Elementary School part of?
Sherman Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherman Elementary School located?
Sherman Elementary School is located in the North End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in North End.
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