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#299 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 24% in state

Sherwood Charter School

Elementary School · Sherwood SD 88J

PO Box 1342, Sherwood, OR 97140

Charter

Enrollment

212

Student-Teacher

21.2:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#299 of 1,226

In Sherwood

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Sherwood SD 88J

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Sherwood Charter School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Sherwood · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sherwood Charter School

Sherwood Charter School is a public elementary school in Sherwood, OR, part of Sherwood SD 88J. Sherwood Charter School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherwood Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #299 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Sherwood Charter School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.6
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Sherwood Charter School runs 21.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Sherwood Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

40% of students at Sherwood Charter 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.4% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+25.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.4 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,016
Chronic Absenteeism39.6%

Sherwood Charter School — Students at Sherwood Charter School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 78.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
74.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
74.5%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
57%
ELA
69.4%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Sherwood Charter School Compares

See how Sherwood Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in OR
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 1342, Sherwood, OR 97140

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sherwood Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Middleton Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Archer Glen Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hawks View Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sherwood, see our Sherwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Archer Glen Elementary School Sherwood 0.2 mi 8.8
SMOCKVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sherwood 0.4 mi
Hawks View Elementary School Sherwood 0.5 mi 8.8
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Sherwood 0.7 mi 6.8
Sherwood Middle School Sherwood 0.6 mi 8.1
Ridges Elementary School Sherwood 1.4 mi 8.5
Middleton Elementary School Sherwood 1.4 mi 9.2
Sherwood High School Sherwood 1.5 mi 6.4
Deer Creek Elementary School Tigard 3.8 mi 7.1
Hazelbrook Middle School Tualatin 3.6 mi 6.7
HORIZON CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Tualatin 3.2 mi 6.6
Alberta Rider Elementary School Tigard 4.4 mi 5.9
Lowrie Primary School Wilsonville 3.9 mi 8.8
Tualatin Elementary School Tualatin 3.4 mi 5.4
Tualatin High School Tualatin 3.4 mi 6.7
Boones Ferry Primary School Wilsonville 4.2 mi 5.6
Inza R Wood Middle School Wilsonville 4.2 mi 7.2
Edward Byrom Elementary School Tualatin 3.5 mi 7.3
Multi-sensory Instruction Teaching Children Hands-On (MITCH) Tualatin 3.9 mi 8.6
Mountainside High School Beaverton 5.3 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97140 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,241

Median Home Value

$618,000

Median Rent

$1,934/mo

Population

27,999

College Educated

48.2%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

37.2

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Haines Elementary School Baker City, OR 7.7
McKay Creek Elementary School Pendleton, OR 7.7
McKay Elementary School Beaverton, OR 7.7
Montclair Elementary School Portland, OR 7.7
North Plains Elementary School North Plains, OR 7.7
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bend, OR 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sherwood Charter School

What grades does Sherwood Charter School serve?

Sherwood Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Sherwood Charter School?

Sherwood Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Charter School is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sherwood Charter School rank in OR?

Sherwood Charter School ranks #299 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Sherwood Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sherwood Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sherwood Charter School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sherwood Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Sherwood Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Sherwood Charter School a Title I school?

No, Sherwood Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.6%

District

Sherwood SD 88J
District Enrollment
4,843
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,016
District Rank
#6 of 7

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