Very Good
#2610 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Sherman Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
301 22nd St., San Diego, CA 92102
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,610 of 9,539
In San Diego
#131 of 288
public schools
In district
#82 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Sherman Elementary
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About Sherman Elementary
Sherman Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Sherman Elementary serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,610 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sherman Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sherman Elementary runs 25.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
46% of students at Sherman Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sherman Elementary — Students at Sherman Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Sherman Elementary Compares
See how Sherman Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
301 22nd St., San Diego, CA 92102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sherman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McGill School of Success (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is King-Chavez Academy of Excellence (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Albert Einstein Academies (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady's School San Diego | 0.2 mi | — |
| OUR LADY'S SCHOOL San Diego | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Perkins K-8 San Diego | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Monarch San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Burbank Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Urban Discovery Academy Charter San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| e3 Civic High San Diego | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Garfield High San Diego | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Kimbrough Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| VIA TALENTUM ACADEMY San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| King-Chavez Preparatory Academy San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| King-Chavez Academy of Excellence San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| East Village Middle College High San Diego | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Logan Memorial Educational Campus San Diego | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| San Diego High San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| King-Chavez Primary Academy San Diego | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Albert Einstein Academies San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Rodriguez Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| McGill School of Success San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,319
Median Home Value
$646,600
Median Rent
$1,855/mo
Population
39,001
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
31%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
33.9
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|---|---|
| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
| Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA | 7.5 |
| Brandon Elementary Goleta, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sherman Elementary
What grades does Sherman Elementary serve?
Sherman Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sherman Elementary?
Sherman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherman Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sherman Elementary is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sherman Elementary rank in CA?
Sherman Elementary ranks #2,610 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sherman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sherman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sherman Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sherman Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sherman Elementary a charter school?
No, Sherman Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sherman Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sherman Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sherman Elementary?
83.1% of students at Sherman Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 527
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (619) 615-7000
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #82 of 174
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