SHERWOOD ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sherwood Acres Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Dougherty County school district, located in Albany, GA with about 736 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, Sherwood Acres Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Sherwood Acres Elementary School is a public school located in Albany, Georgia, serving students within the Dougherty County School System. Situated in a residential area, the school is known for being a cornerstone of its local neighborhood, focusing on providing foundational education to elementary-aged children. As part of the broader district, it follows a standardized curriculum designed to meet state academic benchmarks while fostering a supportive learning environment for a diverse student body.

Beyond its academic offerings, Sherwood Acres Elementary emphasizes the social and emotional development of its students. The school typically engages with the local community through various parent-teacher initiatives, extracurricular activities, and school-wide events aimed at promoting student involvement. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience, the school strives to prepare its students for a successful transition into middle school and beyond, maintaining a presence as a long-standing educational institution in the Albany area.

For more information, contact Sherwood Acres Elementary School at (229) 431-3397 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.