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Sherwood Forest Elementary

Elementary School · Bellevue School District

16411 NE 24th Street, Bellevue, WA 98008

Enrollment

393

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,218 of 2,228

In Bellevue

#27 of 29

public schools

In district

#26 of 28

Bellevue School District

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Sherwood Forest Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary School in Bellevue · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sherwood Forest Elementary

Sherwood Forest Elementary is a public elementary school in Bellevue, WA, part of Bellevue School District. Sherwood Forest Elementary serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherwood Forest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,218 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Sherwood Forest Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.8% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,051
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Sherwood Forest Elementary — Students at Sherwood Forest Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
44.5%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
39.3%
ELA
45%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Sherwood Forest Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in WA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

Location

16411 NE 24th Street, Bellevue, WA 98008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sherwood Forest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John J. Audubon Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Redmond), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bennett Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Phantom Lake Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellevue, see our Bellevue schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Interlake Senior High School Bellevue 0.2 mi 8.7
MEDINA ACADEMY Bellevue 0.4 mi 7.5
Ardmore Elementary School Bellevue 0.6 mi 6.2
ETON SCHOOL Bellevue 0.5 mi 7.0
SPECTRUM ACADEMY Redmond 0.7 mi
CALVARY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Bellevue 1.1 mi
BEL-RED BILINGUAL ACADEMY Bellevue 0.9 mi 6.2
CASCADIA SCHOOL Redmond 1.2 mi 4.9
Bennett Elementary School Bellevue 0.9 mi 8.7
John J. Audubon Elementary Redmond 1.0 mi 8.8
JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF METROPOLITAN SEATTLE Bellevue 1.3 mi 7.9
Highland Middle School Bellevue 1.0 mi 5.1
BELLEVUE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Bellevue 1.2 mi 6.2
Puesta del Sol Elementary School Bellevue 1.5 mi 6.9
AMERICAS CHILD MONTESSORI Bellevue 1.3 mi
Phantom Lake Elementary Bellevue 2.1 mi 8.3
SEATTLE VOCTECH SCHOOL Bellevue 1.9 mi
TZU CHI ACADEMY SEATTLE Bellevue 2.2 mi 5.4
Tillicum Middle School Bellevue 2.2 mi 8.6
Stevenson Elementary Bellevue 1.6 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$175,242

Median Home Value

$1,130,000

Median Rent

$2,480/mo

Population

27,138

College Educated

66.8%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sherwood Forest Elementary

What grades does Sherwood Forest Elementary serve?

Sherwood Forest Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sherwood Forest Elementary?

Sherwood Forest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Forest Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sherwood Forest Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sherwood Forest Elementary rank in WA?

Sherwood Forest Elementary ranks #1,218 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Sherwood Forest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sherwood Forest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Forest Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sherwood Forest Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sherwood Forest Elementary a charter school?

No, Sherwood Forest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sherwood Forest Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sherwood Forest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

64.4% of students at Sherwood Forest 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

Bellevue School District
District Enrollment
19,855
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,051
District Rank
#26 of 28

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