Serving 270 students in grades 6-8, Sheridan Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sheridan Middle School serves the entire district of Sheridan, IN, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 94.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sheridan Middle School's student population of 270 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Sheridan Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#862 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Middle School's ranking?
Sheridan Middle School is ranked #862 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Sheridan Middle School often compared to?
Sheridan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmel Middle School, Hamilton Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Middle School?
270 students attend Sheridan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Sheridan Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Middle School?
Sheridan Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sheridan Middle School offer ?
Sheridan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan Middle School part of?
Sheridan Middle School is part of Sheridan Community Schools.
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