Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sherrod Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherrod Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sherrod Elementary School's student population of 523 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Sherrod Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherrod Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7596 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
70%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherrod Elementary School's ranking?
Sherrod Elementary School is ranked #7596 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sherrod Elementary School often compared to?
Sherrod Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Viridian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sherrod Elementary School?
523 students attend Sherrod Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sherrod Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherrod Elementary School?
Sherrod Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sherrod Elementary School offer ?
Sherrod Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Sherrod Elementary School part of?
Sherrod Elementary School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherrod Elementary School located?
Sherrod Elementary School is located in the North Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in North Arlington.
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