Serving 316 students in grades 9-12, Sherman High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sherman High School's student population of 316 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Chance, Every Day
School Rankings
Sherman High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#610 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
98%
87%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman High School's ranking?
Sherman High School is ranked #610 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Sherman High School often compared to?
Sherman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott High School, Van Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sherman High School?
The graduation rate of Sherman High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Sherman High School?
316 students attend Sherman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Sherman High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherman High School?
Sherman High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherman High School offer ?
Sherman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sherman High School part of?
Sherman High School is part of Boone County Schools.
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