Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sheridan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sheridan Elementary School's student population of 555 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sheridan Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#751 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
88%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sheridan Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Elementary School's ranking?
Sheridan Elementary School is ranked #751 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Sheridan Elementary School often compared to?
Sheridan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Elementary School?
555 students attend Sheridan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Sheridan Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Elementary School?
Sheridan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sheridan Elementary School offer ?
Sheridan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan Elementary School part of?
Sheridan Elementary School is part of Sheridan Community Schools.
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