Very Good
#686 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 26% in state
Sherwood Park Elementary
Elementary School · Cumberland County Schools
2115 Hope Mills Road, Fayetteville, NC 28304
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#686 of 2,648
In Fayetteville
#10 of 66
public schools
In district
#15 of 84
Cumberland County Schools
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Sherwood Park Elementary
Sherwood Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Fayetteville, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. Sherwood Park Elementary serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherwood Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #686 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Sherwood Park Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Sherwood Park Elementary — Students at Sherwood Park Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC 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: 6.7/10.
How Sherwood Park Elementary Compares
See how Sherwood Park Elementary 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
2115 Hope Mills Road, Fayetteville, NC 28304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sherwood Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glendale Acres Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J W Coon Elementary Fayetteville | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Cumberland Mills Elementary Fayetteville | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Douglas Byrd High Fayetteville | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Douglas Byrd Middle Fayetteville | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Mary McArthur Elementary Fayetteville | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| William H Owen Elementary Fayetteville | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Brentwood Elementary Fayetteville | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| John R Griffin Middle Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Lewis Chapel Middle Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Anne Chesnutt Middle Fayetteville | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary Fayetteville | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Montclair Elementary Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Glendale Acres Elementary Fayetteville | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| VILLAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fayetteville | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| FLAMING SWORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hope Mills | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Rockfish Elementary Hope Mills | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Seventy-First High Fayetteville | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Ed V Baldwin Elementary Hope Mills | 3.2 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,867
Median Home Value
$154,300
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
36,634
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
34.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sherwood Park Elementary
What grades does Sherwood Park Elementary serve?
Sherwood Park Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sherwood Park Elementary?
Sherwood Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Park Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sherwood Park Elementary rank in NC?
Sherwood Park Elementary ranks #686 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Sherwood Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sherwood Park 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 Sherwood Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sherwood Park Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sherwood Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Sherwood Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sherwood Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sherwood Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sherwood Park Elementary?
99.1% of students at Sherwood Park 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 327
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (910) 424-4797
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland County Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,314
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,118
- District Rank
- #15 of 84
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