Excellent
#57 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 2% in state
Based on limited data
Sherwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Saginaw Township Community Schools
3870 SHATTUCK RD, Saginaw, MI 48603
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#57 of 3,192
In Saginaw
#1 of 41
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Saginaw Township Community Schools
Academic performance
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Sherwood Elementary School
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About Sherwood Elementary School
Sherwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Saginaw, MI, part of Saginaw Township Community Schools. Sherwood Elementary School serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Sherwood Elementary School show 92% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- MI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Sherwood Elementary School — Students at Sherwood Elementary School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2008-09)
Based on 2 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
How Sherwood Elementary School Compares
See how Sherwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3870 SHATTUCK RD, Saginaw, MI 48603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sherwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Handley School (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hemmeter Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NOUVEL CATHOLIC CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Saginaw, see our Saginaw schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 0.6 mi | — |
| VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Kempton Elementary School Saginaw | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Weiss Elementary School Saginaw | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Hemmeter Elementary School Saginaw | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| THE NEW MILLENNIUM ACADEMY Saginaw | 1.4 mi | — |
| Thompson Middle School Saginaw | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Mackinaw High School Saginaw | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Arthur Hill High School Saginaw | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Career Opportunities Center Saginaw | 1.3 mi | — |
| Heritage High School Saginaw | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Handley School Saginaw | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| MICHIGAN LUTHERAN SEMINARY Saginaw | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Saginaw ISD Transitions Center Saginaw | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Chester F Miller School Saginaw | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.9 mi | — |
| NOUVEL CATHOLIC CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Saginaw | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EARLY CHILDHOOD Saginaw | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,690
Median Home Value
$181,800
Median Rent
$1,019/mo
Population
27,846
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bemis Elementary School Troy, MI | 9.0 |
| Farmington STEAM Academy Farmington Hills, MI | 9.0 |
| Amerman Elementary School Northville, MI | 9.1 |
| Brown Elementary School Byron Center, MI | 8.9 |
| Coolidge Elementary School Livonia, MI | 8.9 |
| Eastover Elementary School Bloomfld Hls, MI | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sherwood Elementary School
What grades does Sherwood Elementary School serve?
Sherwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary School?
Sherwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sherwood Elementary School rank in MI?
Sherwood Elementary School ranks #57 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Sherwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sherwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Sherwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sherwood Elementary School has 92% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
Is Sherwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sherwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sherwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sherwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sherwood Elementary School?
68.0% of students at Sherwood Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Saginaw County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (989) 799-2382
Resources & Links
District
Saginaw Township Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 4,503
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,437
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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