Serving 325 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sheridan Way Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sheridan Way Elementary serves the northern part of Ventura, CA, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sheridan Way Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Sheridan Way Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Way Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8287 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Way Elementary School's ranking?
Sheridan Way Elementary School is ranked #8287 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Way Elementary School?
325 students attend Sheridan Way Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sheridan Way Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Way Elementary School?
Sheridan Way Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sheridan Way Elementary School offer ?
Sheridan Way Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sheridan Way Elementary School part of?
Sheridan Way Elementary School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
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5 10/10/2025
Great school. Wonderful teachers. Amazing school principal Miss E. Wonderful programs. Fantastic place for students.?
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