Sheridan Japanese School was a public charter school in Sheridan, Oregon, United States. The school has been accredited by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools since 2000. It was a Japanese-language school.
Serving 54 students in grades 4-12, Sheridan Japanese School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 20-29% (which was lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-59% (which was higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Sheridan Japanese School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1994
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#510 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
64%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
23%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Koi
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Japanese School's ranking?
Sheridan Japanese School is ranked #510 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sheridan Japanese School?
The graduation rate of Sheridan Japanese School is 50%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Sheridan Japanese School?
54 students attend Sheridan Japanese School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Sheridan Japanese School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sheridan Japanese School?
Sheridan Japanese School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sheridan Japanese School offer ?
Sheridan Japanese School offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan Japanese School part of?
Sheridan Japanese School is part of Sheridan SD 48j School District.
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