SHERMAN SCHOOL

Sherman School is a public elementary school that is part of the Fairfield School District school district, located in Fairfield, CT with about 470 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 33 teachers, Sherman School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sherman School, located at 250 Fern Street in Fairfield, Connecticut, is a neighborhood elementary school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Fairfield Public Schools district, it is committed to fostering a supportive and challenging academic environment. The school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects like literacy and mathematics with enrichment opportunities, aiming to cultivate both intellectual growth and social-emotional development in its diverse student body.

The school is well-regarded for its collaborative atmosphere, where teachers, staff, and parents work closely together to ensure student success. By maintaining an active connection with the local community and providing a variety of resources, Sherman School seeks to prepare its students for the transitions of middle school and beyond. For those looking for more specific information regarding programs, school calendars, or administrative updates, the school’s official website serves as a primary hub for ongoing communication and transparency between the school and families.

For more information, contact Sherman School at (203) 255-8330 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

250 Fern St.
Fairfield, CT 06824
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SHERMAN SCHOOL is a public school in Fairfield, CT with about 470 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
470
Teachers:
33.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 470 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SHERMAN SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.

White
85.5%
Hispanic/Latino
5.7%
Two or more races
4.3%
Asian
3.6%
Black or African American
0.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.