Sherwood Elementary School serves 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Math Proficiency: 92%
- Reading Proficiency: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sherwood Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sherwood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)92%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)88%
82%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
19%
18%
White
42%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Sherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Handley School, North Saginaw Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary School?
547 students attend Sherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sherwood Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherwood Elementary School?
Sherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan 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 Saginaw Township Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherwood Elementary School located?
Sherwood Elementary School is located in the Saginaw Township North neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Saginaw Township North.
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