Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy serves 527 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy placed in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy's student population of 527 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy is ranked within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#711 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
50%
5%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
15%
17%
White
10%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy's ranking?
Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy is ranked #711 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy?
527 students attend Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy?
Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy offer ?
Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy part of?
Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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