Sherman County Schools & Education
Sherman County, Kansas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
38/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.7%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,952
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,009
School Score
38/100
Higher = better
State avg 61/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#94
of 105 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Sherman County
School Verdict
Sherman County faces educational challenges with a school score of 38/100 and a graduation rate of 82.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,952 per pupil, Sherman County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Sherman County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 37% below the Kansas average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 6.7 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 12% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Sherman County, Kansas
A Focused Town-Based School System
Sherman County serves 931 students through a single district managing five public schools. The infrastructure includes two elementary schools, two high schools, and one specialized learning center.
A Call for Educational Growth
The graduation rate sits at 82.0%, which is below the national average of 87.0% and the state average of 88.7%. Per-pupil expenditure is $7,952, trailing the state average and the national benchmark of $13,000.
Goodland District Unifies the County
The Goodland school district manages all 931 students in the county across its five facilities. The county relies entirely on traditional public schools, as there are no charter schools currently operating in the area.
Consistent Town Settings and Small Classes
All schools are located in town settings, maintaining an average enrollment of 186 students per school. Goodland Junior-Senior High is the largest campus with 413 students, while the Goodland Learning Center provides highly individualized support.
Join the Goodland Community Schools
Sherman County offers a centralized town school experience where every student is part of the same local district. Families looking for a unified community and town-based living will find many options near these central campuses.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Sherman County
Total Enrollment
931
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Sherman County
Goodland
5 Public Schools in Sherman County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodland Jr-Sr. High School | Goodland | 7–12 | High | 413 |
| North Elementary | Goodland | 3–6 | Primary | 259 |
| West Elementary | Goodland | PK–2 | Primary | 252 |
| Goodland Learning Center | Goodland | UG | Other | 6 |
| Goodland Virtual School | Goodland | 7–12 | High | 1 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,952
State avg $9,009
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Sherman County, Kansas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Sherman County, Kansas?
Sherman County serves 931 students through a single district managing five public schools. The infrastructure includes two elementary schools, two high schools, and one specialized learning center.
How do schools in Sherman County perform academically?
The graduation rate sits at 82.0%, which is below the national average of 87.0% and the state average of 88.7%. Per-pupil expenditure is $7,952, trailing the state average and the national benchmark of $13,000.
What are the major school districts in Sherman County, Kansas?
The Goodland school district manages all 931 students in the county across its five facilities. The county relies entirely on traditional public schools, as there are no charter schools currently operating in the area.
What is the school experience like in Sherman County?
All schools are located in town settings, maintaining an average enrollment of 186 students per school. Goodland Junior-Senior High is the largest campus with 413 students, while the Goodland Learning Center provides highly individualized support.
How can I find homes near good schools in Sherman County, Kansas?
Sherman County offers a centralized town school experience where every student is part of the same local district. Families looking for a unified community and town-based living will find many options near these central campuses.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.