SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sherwood Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools school district, located in Memphis, TN with about 728 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 44 teachers, Sherwood Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Elementary is a public school located in the Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee, and serves as part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) district. The school provides a foundational educational environment for students in the pre-kindergarten through fifth-grade range. As a neighborhood school, it focuses on delivering the district’s core curriculum while fostering a sense of community within the 38111 zip code area.

The school operates under the broader mission of Memphis-Shelby County Schools, which emphasizes student achievement, literacy, and equitable access to educational resources. Families associated with Sherwood Elementary typically utilize the official district website (mcsk12.net) to access academic calendars, school policies, enrollment information, and updates regarding district-wide initiatives. As with many schools in the MSCS system, Sherwood Elementary is dedicated to preparing its students for success in middle school and beyond by providing a structured learning environment supported by faculty and staff.

For more information, contact Sherwood Elementary at (901) 416-4864 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.