Excellent
#29 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 7% of private schools
Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child
School
8030 WARD PKWY PLZ, Kansas City, MO 64114
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#29 of 399
In Kansas City
#7 of 39
public schools
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Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child
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About Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child
Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child is a private school in Kansas City, MO. Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child compares to 147 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child (this school) | 8.1 |
| HALE COOK ELEMENTARY | 5.7 |
| JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| BOONE ELEM. | 7.4 |
| ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS | 6.9 |
| CENTER SR. HIGH | 3.7 |
| Academie Lafayette Oak Elem | 3.8 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE | 8.8 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER | 7.3 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-LOWER | 7.1 |
| BORDER STAR MONTESSORI | 8.4 |
| CENTER ELEM. | 3.4 |
| INDIAN CREEK ELEM. | 4.9 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| EWING MARION KAUFFMAN HIGH | 8.4 |
| Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle | 6.2 |
| CENTER MIDDLE | 6.4 |
| BROOKSIDE CHARTER MIDDLE SCHL | 6.0 |
| BROOKSIDE CHARTER ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| B. BANNEKER ELEMENTARY | 4.3 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF EXCELLENCE-U | 5.3 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8030 WARD PKWY PLZ, Kansas City, MO 64114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child may also want to explore other schools in the area. WHITEFIELD ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, GILLIS CENTER SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GILLIS CENTER SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| 7933 MAIN ST. Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HALE COOK ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| GLOBAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Prairie Village | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| BOONE ELEM. Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Belinder Elem Prairie Village | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| HIGHLAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prairie Village | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ROCKHURST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Corinth Elem Prairie Village | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| CENTER SR. HIGH Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Shawnee Mission East High Prairie Village | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Academie Lafayette Oak Elem Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| BORDER STAR MONTESSORI Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,643
Median Home Value
$257,400
Median Rent
$1,304/mo
Population
24,464
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RIVERVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Forsyth, MO | 8.1 |
| GRANDVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grandview, MO | 8.2 |
| GREAT CIRCLE OF ST. JAMES Saint James, MO | 7.9 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bethel, MO | 8.7 |
| TRAINING CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Garden City, MO | 7.5 |
| OUTREACH CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Kansas City, MO | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child
What grades does Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child serve?
Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child?
Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child?
The student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child rank in MO?
Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child ranks #29 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child's MySchoolScout rating?
Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child a private school?
Yes, Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child a religious school?
No, Sherwood Center for the Exceptinoal Child is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Gender Split
- 75% M / 25% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 220 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 333-3344
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