SHERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL

Sherman Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Madison Metropolitan School District school district, located in Madison, WI with about 466 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 41 teachers, Sherman Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Sherman Middle School, located on the north side of Madison, Wisconsin, is a key institution within the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD). Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is situated in a diverse neighborhood and is known for its commitment to providing a supportive, community-focused learning environment. As part of the broader Madison public school system, Sherman emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the preparation of students for success in high school and beyond.

The school is characterized by its efforts to foster an inclusive culture that celebrates its diverse student body. Through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and academic support programs, Sherman Middle aims to engage students both inside and outside the classroom. By leveraging resources provided by the district, the school focuses on equity and personalized learning, striving to meet the unique needs of every learner while maintaining strong connections with local families and the wider Madison community.

For more information, contact Sherman Middle at (608) 204-2100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1610 Ruskin St
Madison, WI 53704-3469
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SHERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Madison, WI with about 466 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
466
Teachers:
41.15
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 466 students

Hispanic/Latino
28.3%
White
27.9%
Black or African American
25.5%
Two or more races
9.0%
Asian
8.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
47.0%
Male
53.0%

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.