Sherman Isd, TX - District Data

Original Research by School Decision on Sherman Isd

Sherman ISD serves a growing community in north-central Texas where voters approved substantial infrastructure investment and the district has kept tax rates steady despite expansion. The district enrolls a broad mix of students across preK through 12, with a substantial share identifying as Hispanic, a sizable white student population, and meaningful representation of Black and Asian students. The district reflects Texas demographics and regional growth dynamics.

Academic proficiency across tested grades and subjects is below the midpoint among Grayson County's districts. In English language arts, Sherman ISD's performance is somewhat stronger than in mathematics; elementary ELA proficiency trends in the low-to-mid range, while grades six through eight cluster in the mid-range. Mathematics proficiency is consistently low across all tested grades, ranging well below where the county median sits. Science proficiency in grade five is low, while grade eight science reaches the low-mid range. Grade eight social studies proficiency is quite low. The district's own data shows that across all tested subjects, the share of students meeting proficiency at level three-four is roughly a third district-wide, with a much smaller share reaching the higher "masters" tier. This pattern—mixed ELA performance against weak mathematics and science results—suggests some students move through grade levels without firm grounding in quantitative reasoning or technical literacy. A parent considering Sherman ISD may want to look into whether the district has targeted interventions in math and how it supports students who fall below grade-level benchmarks.

Chronic absenteeism is high, landing in the bottom quartile among the county's districts. This often correlates with academic outcomes and can signal barriers to daily school access, whether transportation, health, housing instability, or other community factors. The district's per-pupil spending is in the upper range among county peers, so resources are present; how they are allocated to address attendance and proficiency would be worth investigating directly with school leadership.

The district is in the midst of a major capital transformation. A bond approved in 2023 is funding five new school buildings, including replacements for two elementary schools built in the 1950s, a new elementary in the Heritage Ranch development (opened 2025), conversion of Dillingham Elementary to a middle school, and a dedicated early childhood campus. Sherman High School, the district's sole comprehensive high school, is undergoing significant expansion with roughly twenty new classrooms and a new multipurpose stadium set to open in 2026. This reshaping means families' school assignments and facilities will shift over the next few years. The timing matters for families planning enrollments or moves into the community.

Property taxes in Sherman ISD have remained flat despite the bond, held at their lowest combined rate in over two decades. This reflects debt paydown and growth in the tax base from major industrial expansion—notably Texas Instruments and GlobalWafers operations in the area. That economic underpinning is relevant context for housing values and employment patterns families might be considering.

Housing values in Sherman and nearby Denison have declined modestly over the past year. Median home values sit somewhat below the Texas state average, and rental costs remain moderate relative to incomes. Mortgage affordability is reasonable for the region, though mortgage rates remain elevated nationally. Unemployment in the area is stable and in line with national trends.

State testing data was limited to one school year, so trend analysis over time is not available. The district's website and direct communication with school principals would help families understand curriculum emphasis, special programs, and how student support systems work in practice. Sherman ISD is a district in transition, with significant capital investment underway and academic proficiency that will require close attention as families make enrollment decisions.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

7,843

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 47%

Black 12%

White 31%

Asian 3%

Two+ 7%

Am. Indian / AK Native 1%

Hawaiian / Pac. Isl. 0%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

18%

Gr 4

36%

46%

Gr 5

14%

59%

Gr 6

37%

57%

Gr 7

35%

52%

Gr 8

38%

64%

Math

Gr 3

20%

18%

Gr 4

28%

38%

Gr 5

23%

41%

Gr 6

15%

32%

Gr 7

23%

40%

Gr 8

25%

37%

Science

Gr 5

10%

—

Gr 8

29%

48%

Social studies

Gr 8

15%

34%

all_subjects_approaches

Gr ALL

39%

—

all_subjects_masters

Gr ALL

—

all_subjects_meets

Gr ALL

17%

—

ela_approaches

Gr ALL

37%

—

ela_masters

Gr ALL

—

ela_meets

Gr ALL

16%

—

math_approaches

Gr ALL

35%

—

math_masters

Gr ALL

—

math_meets

Gr ALL

15%

—

science_approaches

Gr ALL

52%

—

science_masters

Gr ALL

10%

—

science_meets

Gr ALL

29%

—

social_studies_approaches

Gr ALL

48%

—

social_studies_masters

Gr ALL

—

social_studies_meets

Gr ALL

19%

—

Schools in this District

16 schools are officially reported under this district.

CRUTCHFIELD EL

FRED DOUGLASS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

JEFFERSON LEARNING CTR

TRI CO JUVENILE DETENT

COOKE/FANNIN/GRAYSON CO JUVENILE POST AJUD FAC

PERCY W NEBLETT EL

HENRY W SORY EL

SHERMAN MIDDLE

PERRIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

DILLINGHAM EL

GRAYSON COUNTY JJAEP

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

6 grades reported

17%

Grade 3

31%

Grade 4

Grade 5

20%

Grade 6

28%

Grade 7

27%

Grade 8

English Language Arts

6 grades reported

38%

Grade 3

39%

Grade 4

42%

Grade 5

42%

Grade 6

40%

Grade 7

44%

Grade 8

Science

2 grades reported

20%

Grade 5

34%

Grade 8

Social Studies

1 grade reported

19%

Grade 8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$244,879

Year-over-year change-7.4%

Range across 4 ZIP codes$213K to $293K

vs. state typical0.81x

vs. national typical0.67x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (4 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
75090	Sherman	$213K	-8.9%	54.1%
75092	Sherman	$293K	-5.5%	37.0%
75021	Denison	$252K	-4.7%	4.6%
75020	Denison	$224K	-6.7%	4.2%

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$1,433/mo

Year-over-year change-3.0%

Range across 4 ZIP codes$1,365 to $1,480/mo

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (4 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
75090	Sherman	$1,480	-3.2%	54.1%
75092	Sherman	$1,368	-3.2%	37.0%
75021	Denison	$1,365	-1.4%	4.6%
75020	Denison	$1,474	-0.5%	4.2%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$1,236/mo

Home price / national median income2.9x

Annual rent / national median income20.5%

Rent exceeds est. mortgage by$197/mo

Comparison

State typical home value$302,187 (-2.0% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

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Civil Rights Data (CRDC)

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