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#394 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 18% in state

Sherwood Elementary

Elementary School · Edmonds School District

22901 106TH AVE W, Edmonds, WA 98020

Enrollment

489

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#394 of 2,228

In Edmonds

#5 of 12

public schools

In district

#8 of 36

Edmonds School District

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Sherwood Elementary

8.1/10

Elementary School in Edmonds · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Scriber Lake High School

5.5/10

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5.1/10

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About Sherwood Elementary

Sherwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Edmonds, WA, part of Edmonds School District. Sherwood Elementary serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #394 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Sherwood Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.5% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.6 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,710
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

Sherwood Elementary — Students at Sherwood Elementary score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.6% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
54%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
49.5%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
55.6%
ELA
60.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Sherwood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
82th percentile in WA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

Location

22901 106TH AVE W, Edmonds, WA 98020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sherwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edmonds Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Melvin G Syre Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Maplewood Parent Coop (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Edmonds, see our Edmonds schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Scriber Lake High School Edmonds 0.4 mi 5.5
Edmonds Heights K-12 Edmonds 0.4 mi 5.1
Westgate Elementary Edmonds 0.8 mi 8.1
Madrona K-8 School Edmonds 0.9 mi 7.3
Melvin G Syre Elementary Shoreline 1.3 mi 8.5
HORIZON SCHOOL Shoreline 1.4 mi
Albert Einstein Middle School Shoreline 1.5 mi 7.1
STELLA MARIS ACADEMY Edmonds 1.6 mi
HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Edmonds 1.8 mi 5.9
KING'S SCHOOL Seattle 1.8 mi 4.5
Edmonds Elementary Edmonds 2.1 mi 9.0
Chase Lake Elementary Edmonds 1.6 mi 6.0
SOLOMON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Edmonds 1.5 mi 4.4
Maplewood Parent Coop Edmonds 2.2 mi 8.2
ST LUKE SCHOOL Shoreline 2.5 mi 6.5
Echo Lake Elementary School Shoreline 2.1 mi 7.2
Edmonds Woodway High School Edmonds 2.0 mi 5.8
Shorewood High School Shoreline 2.7 mi 7.6
Edmonds eLearning Academy Lynnwood 2.3 mi 2.7
College Place Middle School Lynnwood 2.3 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,243

Median Home Value

$959,200

Median Rent

$1,894/mo

Population

19,064

College Educated

59.9%

Homeownership

75.4%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

51.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sherwood Elementary

What grades does Sherwood Elementary serve?

Sherwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Sherwood Elementary?

Sherwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Elementary is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sherwood Elementary rank in WA?

Sherwood Elementary ranks #394 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Sherwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sherwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sherwood Elementary?

23.3% of students at Sherwood 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Snohomish County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

District

Edmonds School District
District Enrollment
20,755
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,710
District Rank
#8 of 36

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