Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sheridan Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sheridan Preparatory Academy's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Teachers, students and families should always expect the best.
School Rankings
Sheridan Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Preparatory Academy is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4194 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
1%
5%
Showing 2007–2017. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy is ranked #4194 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Preparatory Academy?
284 students attend Sheridan Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sheridan Preparatory Academy students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Preparatory Academy?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sheridan Preparatory Academy offer ?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sheridan Preparatory Academy part of?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy is part of Albany City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sheridan Preparatory Academy located?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy is located in the West Hill neighborhood of Albany, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in West Hill.
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