Very Good
#831 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 37% in state
Sherwood Elem.
Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII
2524 S. GOLDEN, Springfield, MO 65807
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#831 of 2,221
In Springfield
#27 of 58
public schools
In district
#25 of 53
SPRINGFIELD R-XII
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Sherwood Elem.
Elementary School in Springfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sherwood Elem.
Sherwood Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Sherwood Elem. serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #831 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Sherwood Elem. show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Sherwood Elem. — Students at Sherwood Elem. score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Sherwood Elem. Compares
See how Sherwood Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2524 S. GOLDEN, Springfield, MO 65807
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sherwood Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCGREGOR ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JEFFRIES ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WILLARD ORCHARD HILLS ELEM (rated 7.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARVER MIDDLE Springfield | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| ADAH FULBRIGHT EARLY CHILDHOOD Springfield | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Springfield | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| WILSON CREEK GROUP HOME Springfield | 1.3 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY LEARNING CTR. Springfield | 1.4 mi | — |
| INFINITY ACADEMY Springfield | 1.7 mi | — |
| JEFFRIES ELEM. Springfield | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| EXCEL SCHOOL Springfield | 2.0 mi | — |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Springfield | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Springfield | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| WESTPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTPORT ELEM. Springfield | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Springfield | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Arthur Mallory Early Childhood Springfield | 2.9 mi | — |
| WILLARD ORCHARD HILLS ELEM Springfield | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| PARKVIEW HIGH Springfield | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,271
Median Home Value
$174,000
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
56,680
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BABLER ELEM. Glencoe, MO | 7.0 |
| CLARENCE CANNON ELEM. Elsberry, MO | 7.0 |
| CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 7.0 |
| DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney, MO | 7.0 |
| EAST ELEM. Lamar, MO | 7.0 |
| EL DORADO SPRINGS ELEM. El Dorado Springs, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sherwood Elem.
What grades does Sherwood Elem. serve?
Sherwood Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sherwood Elem.?
Sherwood Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Elem. is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sherwood Elem. rank in MO?
Sherwood Elem. ranks #831 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Sherwood Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Sherwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sherwood Elem. has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sherwood Elem. a charter school?
No, Sherwood Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sherwood Elem. a Title I school?
No, Sherwood Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sherwood Elem.?
58.1% of students at Sherwood Elem. 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Greene County
- Phone
- (417) 523-3800
Resources & Links
District
SPRINGFIELD R-XII- District Enrollment
- 24,267
- Schools in District
- 57
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,461
- District Rank
- #25 of 53
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