Serving 559 students in grades 1-5, Sheridan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheridan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sheridan Elementary School's student population of 559 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sheridan Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)31%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
74%
14%
Black
15%
14%
White
6%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sheridan Elementary School often compared to?
Sheridan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Elementary School?
559 students attend Sheridan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Sheridan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sheridan Elementary School?
Sheridan Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sheridan Elementary School offer ?
Sheridan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Sheridan Elementary School part of?
Sheridan Elementary School is part of Allentown City SD School District.
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