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.
453
Total Students
24.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SHERMAN EL
Demographic Student Count
White9
Hispanic411
Black27
Asian1
Two or More2
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    411 (90.7%)
  • Black
    27 (6.0%)
  • White
    9 (2.0%)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.4%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    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: 453
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 452
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 79
Kindergarten 55
Grade 1 44
Grade 2 68
Grade 3 77
Grade 4 59
Grade 5 71

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SHERMAN EL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten79
Kindergarten55
Grade 144
Grade 268
Grade 377
Grade 459
Grade 571
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SHERMAN EL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21647.7%
Male23752.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)