School Overview
Sherman Elementary School, located at 1909 McKee Street in Houston, Texas, is a public elementary school serving students within the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Situated in the Near Northside neighborhood, the school plays a foundational role in the local community, focusing on providing essential academic instruction and social development to students in their formative years. As part of the state’s largest school district, Sherman Elementary operates under the broader mission of HISD, which emphasizes preparing students to succeed in a global society through rigorous curriculum and supportive learning environments.

The school is deeply integrated into its historic neighborhood, reflecting the cultural diversity of the Houston area. By maintaining a focus on core subjects—such as literacy, mathematics, and science—Sherman Elementary aims to bridge educational gaps and foster a strong sense of community pride. Families and community members interested in specific programs, enrollment procedures, or performance data can access comprehensive resources through the official Houston ISD website, which serves as the primary hub for administrative information and district-wide initiatives.
528
Total Students
26.9
Full-Time Teachers
19.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
85.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SHERMAN EL
Demographic Student Count
White11
Hispanic462
Black46
Asian1
Two or More5
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    462 (87.5 %)
  • Black
    46 (8.7 %)
  • White
    11 (2.1 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.6 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: HOUSTON ISD
Phone: (713)226-2627
Website: http://www.houstonisd.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 528
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 452
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 83
Kindergarten 74
Grade 1 95
Grade 2 61
Grade 3 72
Grade 4 70
Grade 5 73

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SHERMAN EL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten83
Kindergarten74
Grade 195
Grade 261
Grade 372
Grade 470
Grade 573
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SHERMAN EL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24646.6%
Male28253.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)