Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sherwood Forest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherwood Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sherwood Forest Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherwood Forest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherwood Forest Elementary School is 0.82, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1509 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
9%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
13%
5%
White
21%
48%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherwood Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Sherwood Forest Elementary School is ranked #1509 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sherwood Forest Elementary School?
357 students attend Sherwood Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Sherwood Forest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherwood Forest Elementary School?
Sherwood Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sherwood Forest Elementary School offer ?
Sherwood Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sherwood Forest Elementary School part of?
Sherwood Forest Elementary School is part of Federal Way School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
This is a great school, I love how hard they work with your child on everything. It's not just one subject or activities, they truly show that they care about your child as well as you. They don't give up on your child and they don't let your child give up on themselves. Yes, they do push your child, but sometimes a child needs that, they only do that because they know your child can do this. I also like the fact that they give out awards for sports, reading, etc. I have never been to a school that gives medals and all type of awards for the childrens progress that they have made so far. That is wonderful, all that does is make the kids want to do more and work harder. My son goes to this school and he really,really loves it( can't wait for 2nd grade). They don't put up with kids fighting or yelling at each other, very good look outs(know bad tempers here). Wonderful School !!
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