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Sherwood Elementary School

1900 Stratford Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sherwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 354 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 10% in IL
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 48% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sherwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Sherwood Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
To nurture children as individuals, to empower children to reach their learning potential, and to inspire children to become active participants of a diverse community.

School Rankings

Sherwood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Elementary School is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#328 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
55-59%
27%
48%
30%
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
4%
17%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.38
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
14%
27%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sherwood Elementary School's ranking?
Sherwood Elementary School is ranked #328 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Sherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary School?
354 students attend Sherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sherwood Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherwood Elementary School?
Sherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherwood Elementary School offer ?
Sherwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sherwood Elementary School part of?
Sherwood Elementary School is part of North Shore SD 112 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 354 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 48% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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