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Sherman Elementary School

Tacoma School District · Pierce County · 4415 N 38th St, Tacoma, WA 98407.0

(253)571-5488

9/10
#163
Rank 163 out of 1,162
Top 14%
English Language Arts9/10 · #141 · 88th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #227 · 81st percentile
Science10/10 · #94 · 91st percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Sherman Elementary sits in the North End of Tacoma, one of the city's most walkable and family-friendly neighborhoods, where tree-lined streets, Puget Sound views, and proximity to Point Defiance Park make for a genuinely lovely place to raise kids. The school's strong academics — particularly in English and Science — draw families who want a rigorous public school experience without leaving the character of their close-knit neighborhood behind. It's a natural fit for parents who value community roots alongside solid classroom performance.

Student Demographics

232 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
158 (68%)
Multiple Races
31 (13%)
Hispanic
30 (13%)
Other
13 (6%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged46 (20%)
Students with Disabilities26 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

434
Enrollment
24
Teachers (FTE)
18.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
20.4
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #263 · 80th percentile

109 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found