Emerson Elementary vs Sherman Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elementary
Madison · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
297 students
Sherman Middle
Madison · Public middle · Grades 6–8
400 students
| Measure | Emerson Elementary Madison, Wisconsin | Sherman Middle Madison, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #574 of 1,069 | #325 of 359 |
| National rank | #22353 of 50,301 | #11702 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 297 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 297 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 18% |
| city | Madison | Madison |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.0 vs 31.2).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 18%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 28%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 60%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 11.1).
- •Sherman Middle is the larger school with 400 students compared with 297.
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 Emerson Elementary better than Sherman Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson Elementary ranks higher (54.0 vs 31.2 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 Emerson Elementary and Sherman Middle?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Madison and Madison in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elementary: 297. Sherman Middle: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elementary and Sherman Middle rank in Wisconsin?
Emerson Elementary is 574th of 1,069 and Sherman Middle is 325th of 359 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).