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#464 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 22% in state

Sherman Elementary

Elementary School · Eau Claire Area School District

3110 W Vine St, Eau Claire, WI 54703

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#464 of 2,105

In Eau Claire

#5 of 22

public schools

In district

#5 of 22

Eau Claire Area School District

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Sherman Elementary

7.9/10

Elementary School in Eau Claire · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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About Sherman Elementary

Sherman Elementary is a public elementary school in Eau Claire, WI, part of Eau Claire Area School District. Sherman Elementary serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Sherman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #464 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Sherman Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,336
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Sherman Elementary — Students at Sherman Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
30%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
33%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
55.1%
ELA
41.3%
2025
Math
61.3%
ELA
53.5%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Sherman Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
78th percentile in WI
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Location

3110 W Vine St, Eau Claire, WI 54703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sherman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Flynn Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Manz Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Eau Claire, see our Eau Claire schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Prairie Ridge Early Learning School Eau Claire 1.0 mi 4.8
DeLong Middle Eau Claire 0.9 mi 7.3
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY Eau Claire 1.5 mi 6.6
Roosevelt Elementary Eau Claire 1.7 mi 6.9
Lakeshore Elementary Eau Claire 2.1 mi 7.9
Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School Eau Claire 2.0 mi 8.1
Second Avenue School Eau Claire 2.6 mi
EAU CLAIRE ACADEMY Eau Claire 2.7 mi
Eau Claire Community Sites Eau Claire 2.9 mi 3.7
Eau Claire Virtual School Eau Claire 2.9 mi 5.0
Putnam Heights Elementary Eau Claire 3.3 mi 7.6
Longfellow Elementary Eau Claire 3.1 mi 6.3
ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eau Claire 3.7 mi 4.9
North High Eau Claire 3.9 mi 5.0
Manz Elementary Eau Claire 4.0 mi 8.5
Flynn Elementary Eau Claire 3.8 mi 8.6
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eau Claire 3.9 mi 7.0
Davey Elementary Eau Claire 4.3 mi 7.6
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eau Claire 4.1 mi 4.8
REGIS HIGH & MIDDLE SCHOOL Eau Claire 4.2 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,801

Median Home Value

$224,600

Median Rent

$986/mo

Population

43,022

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

17 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

35.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bangor Elementary Bangor, WI 7.9
Cambridge Elementary Cambridge, WI 7.9
Campbellsport Elementary Campbellsport, WI 7.9
Cumberland Elementary Whitefish Bay, WI 7.9
Huegel Elementary Madison, WI 7.9
Jackson Elementary Elkhorn, WI 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sherman Elementary

What grades does Sherman Elementary serve?

Sherman Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sherman Elementary?

Sherman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sherman Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sherman Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sherman Elementary rank in WI?

Sherman Elementary ranks #464 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Sherman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sherman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Sherman Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sherman Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sherman Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sherman Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sherman Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

36.3% of students at Sherman 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Eau Claire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

Eau Claire Area School District
District Enrollment
10,866
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,336
District Rank
#5 of 22

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