Needs Improvement
#1708 of 1,786 schools in TN
Sherwood Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
1156 Robinhood LN, Memphis, TN 38111
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,708 of 1,786
In Memphis
#170 of 199
public schools
In district
#176 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Sherwood Elementary
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About Sherwood Elementary
Sherwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Sherwood Elementary serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,708 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Sherwood Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Sherwood Elementary 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 Elementary — Students at Sherwood Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 21 test records from TN 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: 3.9/10.
How Sherwood Elementary Compares
See how Sherwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1156 Robinhood LN, Memphis, TN 38111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sherwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leadership Preparatory Charter School (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Campus School (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sherwood Middle Memphis | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Sharpe Elementary Memphis | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Campus School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| South Park Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| ST LUKE'S DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.3 mi | — |
| University Middle Memphis | 1.5 mi | 9.8 |
| University High School Memphis | 1.5 mi | — |
| Cherokee Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Leadership Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| American Way Middle Memphis | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Arrow Academy of Excellence Memphis | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Melrose High Memphis | 1.6 mi | 2.4 |
| Getwell Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Willow Oaks Elementary Memphis | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| CHRIST METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LORDS TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 2.1 mi | — |
| East High Memphis | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,806
Median Home Value
$165,200
Median Rent
$1,077/mo
Population
43,308
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Median Age
32.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Downtown Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.4 |
| Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.4 |
| Cumberland Elementary Nashville, TN | 3.3 |
| Oakshire Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.5 |
| Whitney Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.3 |
| Chadwell Elementary Madison, TN | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sherwood Elementary
What grades does Sherwood Elementary serve?
Sherwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sherwood Elementary?
Sherwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Elementary is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sherwood Elementary rank in TN?
Sherwood Elementary ranks #1,708 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Sherwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sherwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sherwood Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Sherwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Sherwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sherwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sherwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 548
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.0%
- Phone
- (901) 416-4864
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #176 of 202
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