Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Sheridan Terrace Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sheridan Terrace El Sch serves the northeast part of Irwin, PA, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheridan Terrace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sheridan Terrace Elementary School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sheridan Terrace Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Terrace Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Sheridan Terrace Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Terrace Elementary School?
417 students attend Sheridan Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sheridan Terrace Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Terrace Elementary School?
Sheridan Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sheridan Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Sheridan Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan Terrace Elementary School part of?
Sheridan Terrace Elementary School is part of Norwin School District.
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