Below Average
#2788 of 3,441 schools in OH
Sherwood Middle School
Middle School · Columbus City Schools District
1400 Shady Lane Rd, Columbus, OH 43227
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,788 of 3,441
In Columbus
#124 of 224
public schools
In district
#57 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
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About Sherwood Middle School
Sherwood Middle School is a public middle school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Sherwood Middle School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,788 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Sherwood Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
65% of students at Sherwood Middle 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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Sherwood Middle School — Students at Sherwood Middle School score 21% 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: 5.0/10.
How Sherwood Middle School Compares
See how Sherwood Middle 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
1400 Shady Lane Rd, Columbus, OH 43227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sherwood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rosemore Middle School (rated 3.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Whitehall), a more accessible option. Additionally, Yorktown Middle School (rated 3.4/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,314
Median Home Value
$134,300
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
25,282
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
38.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Champion Middle School Columbus, OH | 4.7 |
| Circleville Middle School Circleville, OH | 4.7 |
| Colerain Middle School Cincinnati, OH | 4.7 |
| Groveport Madison Middle School Central Groveport, OH | 4.7 |
| Huntington Middle School Chillicothe, OH | 4.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sherwood Middle School
What grades does Sherwood Middle School serve?
Sherwood Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sherwood Middle School?
Sherwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Middle School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sherwood Middle School rank in OH?
Sherwood Middle School ranks #2,788 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Sherwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sherwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sherwood Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sherwood Middle School a charter school?
No, Sherwood Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sherwood Middle School a Title I school?
No, Sherwood Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.1%
- Phone
- (614) 365-5393
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #57 of 114
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