Sherwood High School

Sherwood High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
300 Olney Sandy Spring Rd,  Sandy Spring, MD
Montgomery County Public Schools
3.6
4.3
1,675 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1260
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
14%
Reading Proficiency
79%
Average GPA
3.64
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A-
Teachers
A-
College Prep
C
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.64
Reading Proficiency
79%
Math Proficiency
14%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
103
Full Time Teachers
103
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1260
Math
620
Verbal
640
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
29
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
21
AP Pass Rate
77.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
25.1%
State Average
24.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
242:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.4%
Female
47.3%
White
44.9%
Hispanic
19.3%
Black
18.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
11.2%
Two or more races
5.9%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Maryland - College Park 783 Students
Towson University 364 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 240 Students
Penn State 219 Students
Salisbury University 209 Students
James Madison University 201 Students
Virginia Tech 186 Students
University of Delaware 167 Students
Montgomery College 163 Students
Georgetown University 154 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 231 Students
Biology 192 Students
Psychology 183 Students
Computer Science 123 Students
Nursing 115 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 101 Students
Engineering 80 Students
Political Science and Government 65 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 60 Students
Mechanical Engineering 56 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 314 Reviews
3.0 Junior
6/10/2025
Overall, Sherwood is a pretty inclusive place. I don't feel like I am going to be discriminated against when I walk in every morning which is always good. The security guards don't do anything and the facility needs updating. There is not adequate climate control, it is extremely hot or cold all the time with no regulation. The building is falling apart and there is always some building service truck at Sherwood. But I will say, there is a strong sense of community within my school. We come together through sports and the arts. We support each other and there will never be a time that the bleachers or stadium will be totally empty because there is always at least a handful of people who are there to cheer on Sherwood students in their endeavors. The teachers make an effort to get to know their students and I feel go above and beyond. I feel respected and heard at school every day, and I know that the staff are there to help me in whatever aspects I may need assistance.
4.0 Senior
3/27/2025
I would say that the best parts of my Sherwood career is the time I had with friends, and the lessons I learned along the way. The worst part of my Sherwood career is when I took an AP class and got hit with a taste of reality when it comes to hard work.
4.0 Junior
9/17/2024
Sherwood High School has wonderful teachers, classes that are fun, interesting, and useful for after High School.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 18 Reviews
5.0 parent
12/2/2025
I’ve had a great experience at Sherwood. The teachers truly care about their students and go the extra mile to make learning engaging and supportive. The campus feels welcoming, and there are plenty of clubs, sports, and activities for everyone to find their place. The school creates a strong sense...
5.0 parent
8/28/2025
Both my sons graduated from Sherwood, I couldn’t say anything negative, staff and community involvement is second to none
5.0 other
8/9/2025
In the 1950s and 60s I was living with my parents and brother John on Willow Spring Farm, on Tucker Lane ...and attended nursery, elementary and high school at Sherwood. Those were wonderful years...and I was devastated when my father accepted a promotion to company HQ in New York City, and we were...
5.0 parent
2/18/2025
This school has excellent learning environment and student outcomes.

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Sherwood High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Sandy Spring, MD and is served by the Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,675 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 14% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 79% are proficient in reading. Sherwood High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.64, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1260 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $875,152. Discover additional schools in the area, like James Hubert Blake High School, House Of Hope Maryland Day School, Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, and more. Learn more about what Sandy Spring has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sherwood High School.

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