Sherrard High School is a public four-year high school located at 4701 176th Avenue, northwest of Sherrard, Illinois, in Rock Island County, in the Midwestern United States.
Serving 189 students in grades 7-8, Sherrard Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherrard Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sherrard Jr High School's student population of 189 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1901
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Tigers Today Transforming Tomorrow
School Rankings
Sherrard Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherrard Jr High School is 0.20, which is less 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
#1713 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherrard Jr High School's ranking?
Sherrard Jr High School is ranked #1713 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sherrard Jr High School?
189 students attend Sherrard Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sherrard Jr High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherrard Jr High School?
Sherrard Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherrard Jr High School offer ?
Sherrard Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sherrard Jr High School part of?
Sherrard Jr High School is part of Sherrard CUSD 200 School District.
School Reviews
Review Sherrard Jr High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
