Sheridan Elementary School serves 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Sheridan Elementary School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheridan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sheridan Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sheridan Elementary School is ranked within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Sheridan Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#80 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
85%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Elementary School's ranking?
Sheridan Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Elementary School?
413 students attend Sheridan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sheridan Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sheridan Elementary School?
Sheridan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sheridan Elementary School offer ?
Sheridan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sheridan Elementary School part of?
Sheridan Elementary School is part of Lincoln Public Schools School District.
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