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Sherman Thomas Charter
Elementary School · Sherman Thomas Charter District
101 West Adell St., Madera, CA 93638
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,988 of 9,539
In Madera
#20 of 41
public schools
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Sherman Thomas Charter
Elementary School in Madera · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sherman Thomas Charter
Sherman Thomas Charter is a public elementary school in Madera, CA, part of Sherman Thomas Charter District. Sherman Thomas Charter serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherman Thomas Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,988 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sherman Thomas Charter show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sherman Thomas Charter sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Sherman Thomas Charter runs 21.8:1 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.
Sherman Thomas Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Sherman Thomas Charter — Students at Sherman Thomas Charter score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Sherman Thomas Charter Compares
See how Sherman Thomas Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101 West Adell St., Madera, CA 93638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sherman Thomas Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James Monroe Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Charter (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, James Madison Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Madera, see our Madera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sherman Thomas Charter High Madera | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Sherman Thomas STEM Academy Madera | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Liberty Charter Madera | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Nishimoto Elementary Madera | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Matilda Torres High Madera | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Jack G. Desmond Middle Madera | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| James Monroe Elementary Madera | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| George Washington Elementary Madera | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| John J. Pershing Elementary Madera | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ST JOACHIM SCHOOL Madera | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| St. Joachim Elementary Madera | 1.6 mi | — |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Madera | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| John Adams Elementary Madera | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Madera High Madera | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Millview Elementary Madera | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Madera | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| James Madison Elementary Madera | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Mountain Vista High Madera | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Gould Educational Center Madera | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| REMNANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madera | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,031
Median Home Value
$291,500
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
51,502
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.5%
Median Age
29
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| Century Park Elementary Inglewood, CA | 5.7 |
| Ellerhorst Elementary Pinole, CA | 5.7 |
| Friendly Hills Elementary Twentynine Palms, CA | 5.7 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Novato, CA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sherman Thomas Charter
What grades does Sherman Thomas Charter serve?
Sherman Thomas Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sherman Thomas Charter?
Sherman Thomas Charter has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherman Thomas Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Sherman Thomas Charter is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sherman Thomas Charter rank in CA?
Sherman Thomas Charter ranks #5,988 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sherman Thomas Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Sherman Thomas Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Thomas Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sherman Thomas Charter has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Sherman Thomas Charter a charter school?
Yes, Sherman Thomas Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Sherman Thomas Charter a Title I school?
No, Sherman Thomas Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sherman Thomas Charter?
59.6% of students at Sherman Thomas Charter qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Madera County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.1%
- Phone
- (559) 674-1192
Resources & Links
District
Sherman Thomas Charter District- District Enrollment
- 218
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,616
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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