Sherrard High School

Sherrard CUSD 200
4701 176th Ave
Sherrard, IL 61281
451 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Sherrard High School, located in the rural community of Sherrard, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Sherrard Community Unit School District 200. The school is known for fostering a close-knit environment where staff and faculty prioritize individualized attention. As a cornerstone of the local community, the school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, music, and career-technical programs, all aimed at preparing students for post-secondary success.

Beyond its academic offerings, Sherrard High School is recognized for its commitment to student development through community engagement and school spirit. The district focuses on creating a supportive atmosphere that encourages students to pursue both their personal interests and professional goals. By leveraging its resources to provide diverse learning opportunities, the school plays a vital role in the development of the youth in Mercer County and the surrounding areas, maintaining a tradition of civic responsibility and academic achievement.
451
Total Students
33.3
Full-Time Teachers
13.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    389 (86.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    39 (8.6 %)
  • Two or More
    18 (4.0 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.4 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Sherrard CUSD 200
Phone: (309)593-2175
Website: http://www.sherrard.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 451
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 33.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 131
Grade 10 111
Grade 11 116
Grade 12 93
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Orion High School
Orion CUSD 223
308 Students
PO Box 39
Orion, IL 61273 (8.4 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th