Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sheridan Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sheridan Elementary serves the southeast part of Junction City, KS, covering an area of approximately 144.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheridan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sheridan Elementary School's student population of 255 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Stallion, Always a Stallion
School Rankings
Sheridan Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#116 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
23%
Black
10%
7%
White
49%
60%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Elementary School's ranking?
Sheridan Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Sheridan Elementary School often compared to?
Sheridan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Spring Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Elementary School?
255 students attend Sheridan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sheridan Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Elementary School?
Sheridan Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sheridan Elementary School offer ?
Sheridan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan Elementary School part of?
Sheridan Elementary School is part of Geary County Schools.
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