SHERWOOD FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sherwood Forest Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Federal Way School District school district, located in FEDERAL WAY, WA with about 452 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 29 teachers, Sherwood Forest Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Forest Elementary School is a public school located in Federal Way, Washington, serving students in grades PK through 5. As part of the Federal Way Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages curiosity and inclusivity among its diverse student body.

Beyond the classroom, Sherwood Forest Elementary focuses on building strong partnerships between educators, students, and families to ensure holistic success. The school often prioritizes safety, equity, and the development of well-rounded citizens, utilizing various resources and extracurricular opportunities to keep students actively involved. Located in a residential area of Federal Way, it serves as a central hub for the local neighborhood, striving to prepare its young learners for the transition into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Sherwood Forest Elementary School at (253) 945-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

34600 12TH AV SW
FEDERAL WAY, WA 98023-7060
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SHERWOOD FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in FEDERAL WAY, WA with about 452 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
452
Teachers:
29
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
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
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 452 students

White
32.5%
Hispanic/Latino
21.5%
Asian
18.6%
Two or more races
15.3%
Black or African American
9.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
44.0%
Male
56.0%

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.