Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sherman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois 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 Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sherman Elementary School's student population of 210 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sherman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
81%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
36%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman Elementary School's ranking?
Sherman Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sherman Elementary School?
210 students attend Sherman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sherman Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherman Elementary School?
Sherman Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherman Elementary School offer ?
Sherman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sherman Elementary School part of?
Sherman Elementary School is part of Chicago 51±¬ÁÏs Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sherman Elementary School located?
Sherman Elementary School is located in the Back of the Yards neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 14 other public schools located in Back of the Yards.
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