Needs Improvement
#3323 of 3,441 schools in OH
Sherman Elementary School
Elementary School · Mansfield City
1138 Springmill St, Mansfield, OH 44906
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,323 of 3,441
In Mansfield
#20 of 20
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Mansfield City
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Sherman Elementary School
Elementary School in Mansfield · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sherman Elementary School
Sherman Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mansfield, OH, part of Mansfield City. Sherman Elementary School serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,323 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Sherman Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Sherman Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sherman Elementary School — Students at Sherman Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.6/10.
How Sherman Elementary School Compares
See how Sherman Elementary School 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
1138 Springmill St, Mansfield, OH 44906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sherman Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mansfield Spanish Immersion School (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DISCOVERY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Springmill STEM Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mansfield, see our Mansfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Springmill STEM Elementary Mansfield | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Foundation Academy Mansfield | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Cypress High School Mansfield | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| GOAL Digital Academy Mansfield | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| The Richland School of Academic Arts Mansfield | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Buckeye Community School Ontario | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Mansfield Middle School Mansfield | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Mansfield Senior High School Mansfield | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| LORINE'S LITTLE LEARNERS CHILDCARE LRN CENTER Mansfield | 2.3 mi | — |
| Mansfield Spanish Immersion School Mansfield | 2.8 mi | 9.0 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Mansfield | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ST PETERS SCHOOL Mansfield | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST PETER'S ELEMENTARY Mansfield | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Woodland Elementary School Mansfield | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Tyger Digital Academy Mansfield | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| MANSFIELD SDA SCHOOL Mansfield | 4.4 mi | — |
| Malabar Intermediate School Mansfield | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
| -- MANSFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL- Mansfield | 5.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Madison Early Childhood Learning Center Mansfield | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| TEMPLE-CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mansfield | 4.6 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,358
Median Home Value
$127,700
Median Rent
$783/mo
Population
17,059
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
44.5
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|---|---|
| Almira Cleveland, OH | 3.2 |
| Arlington Elementary School Toledo, OH | 3.2 |
| Ely Elementary School Elyria, OH | 3.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Toledo, OH | 3.2 |
| Rothenberg Preparatory Academy Cincinnati, OH | 3.2 |
| Silver Creek Elementary School Toledo, OH | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sherman Elementary School
What grades does Sherman Elementary School serve?
Sherman Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Sherman Elementary School?
Sherman Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherman Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sherman Elementary School 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 Sherman Elementary School rank in OH?
Sherman Elementary School ranks #3,323 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Sherman Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sherman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sherman Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sherman Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sherman Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sherman Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sherman Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 497
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Richland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (419) 525-6337
Resources & Links
District
Mansfield City- District Enrollment
- 3,183
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,993
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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