Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sheridan Academy for Young Leaders serves a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.1 square miles in the Bronx, NY. Most families in the area can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders's student population of 410 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Rankings
Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4051 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
71%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
23%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders's ranking?
Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders is ranked #4051 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders often compared to?
Sheridan Academy For Young Leadersis often viewed alongside schools like Family School, P.s. 57 Crescent by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders?
410 students attend Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders?
Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders offer ?
Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders part of?
Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders is part of New York City Geographic District # 9.
In what neighborhood is Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders located?
Sheridan Academy For Young Leaders is located in the Concourse Village neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Concourse Village.
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