Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sherman School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sherman School's student population of 385 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Rankings
Sherman School ranks within the top 1% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 939 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
84%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman School's ranking?
Sherman School is ranked #4 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Sherman School often compared to?
Sherman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverfield School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Sherman School?
385 students attend Sherman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Sherman School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherman School?
Sherman School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sherman School offer ?
Sherman School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sherman School part of?
Sherman School is part of Fairfield School District.
School Calendar
View the Sherman School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School!
September 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
Labor Day, School Closed
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
Yom Kippur, School Closed
September 21, 2026 (Monday)
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