Shady Lane Elementary School vs Sherwood Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 175 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Shady Lane Elementary School
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
382 students
Sherwood Middle School
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
498 students
| Measure | Shady Lane Elementary School Columbus, Ohio | Sherwood Middle School Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1500 of 1,713 | #625 of 646 |
| National rank | #40678 of 50,301 | #13366 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 382 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 382 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 25% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shady Lane Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.6 vs 22.3).
- •Shady Lane Elementary School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 25%).
- •Shady Lane Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 29%).
- •Sherwood Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 21.2).
- •Sherwood Middle School is the larger school with 498 students compared with 382.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Shady Lane Elementary School better than Sherwood Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Shady Lane Elementary School ranks higher (26.6 vs 22.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Shady Lane Elementary School and Sherwood Middle School?
About 175 m in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Shady Lane Elementary School: 382. Sherwood Middle School: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Shady Lane Elementary School and Sherwood Middle School rank in Ohio?
Shady Lane Elementary School is 1500th of 1,713 and Sherwood Middle School is 625th of 646 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).