Serving 585 students in grades 3-5, Sheridan Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sheridan Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Sheridan, AR, encompassing approximately 626.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 20.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sheridan Intermediate School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sheridan Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Intermediate School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#417 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Intermediate School's ranking?
Sheridan Intermediate School is ranked #417 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Sheridan Intermediate School often compared to?
Sheridan Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East End Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Intermediate School?
585 students attend Sheridan Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Sheridan Intermediate School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Intermediate School?
Sheridan Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sheridan Intermediate School offer ?
Sheridan Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan Intermediate School part of?
Sheridan Intermediate School is part of Sheridan School District.
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