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Best Schools in Sherman, New York

4 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High

Public: 2
Private: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.4/10
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Sherman Elementary School

6.9/10

Elementary · Sherman Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Sherman High School

5.9/10

High · Sherman Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

4

2 public · 2 private

Avg Score

6.4

out of 10

Median Home

$126,700

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Sherman

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Sherman Elementary School 6.9 / 10
2 Sherman High School 5.9 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.4/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$65,134

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$126,700

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
17%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
21 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
82%

Of occupied housing units

How Sherman compares

Median household income

$65k

70% of New York median

About Schools in Sherman, New York

Sherman, New York is home to 4 schools, including 2 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Sherman show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Sherman is Sherman Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Sherman is served by 1 school district: SHERMAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 424 students.

Sherman's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,134. The poverty rate in the area is 13.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (4) Academics (2) Growth (2) Diversity (2) Resources (2)
Filter by ZIP: 14781 (4)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Sherman Elementary School
233 students · Pre-K–6th 		6.9

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Valley View Amish School Private
28 students · 1st–8th 		—
2
Clear View School Private
20 students · 1st–8th 		—

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Sherman High School
187 students · 7th–12th 		5.9

Schools in Sherman

Sherman, New York · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$65,134

Median Home Value

$126,700

Median Rent

$810/mo

Population

1,859

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Community Profile

Sherman has a median household income of $65,134. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $126,700, with a median rent of $810/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.6%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
New York
Elementary
1
Middle
2
High
1

Resources

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School District

SHERMAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

2 schools · 424 students

Nearby Cities

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Bemus Point (2 schools)
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Brocton (2 schools)
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Sinclairville (2 schools)
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Jamestown (13 schools)
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Falconer (2 schools)
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Fredonia (4 schools)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Sherman, New York

How many schools are in Sherman, New York?

Sherman has 4 schools, including 2 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Sherman, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sherman is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Sherman, New York?

The top-ranked school in Sherman on MySchoolScout is Sherman Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sherman, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sherman on MySchoolScout is Sherman Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best high school in Sherman, New York?

The top-ranked high school in Sherman on MySchoolScout is Sherman High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Sherman, New York?

Sherman is served by 1 school district: Sherman Central School District.

What is the education level in Sherman, New York?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Sherman have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sherman, New York?

The median household income in Sherman is approximately $65,134 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Sherman, New York?

Yes, Sherman has 2 private schools alongside 2 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Sherman, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sherman is 9.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sherman, New York?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.