Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sheridan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheridan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sheridan Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sheridan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1612 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
44%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
14%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Elementary School's ranking?
Sheridan Elementary School is ranked #1612 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sheridan Elementary School often compared to?
Sheridan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fawcett Elementary School, Lyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Elementary School?
476 students attend Sheridan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sheridan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sheridan Elementary School?
Sheridan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sheridan Elementary School offer ?
Sheridan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sheridan Elementary School part of?
Sheridan Elementary School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Sheridan Elementary School located?
Sheridan Elementary School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 8 other public schools located in Eastside.
School Reviews
5 8/17/2011
yes i would recommend this school to a parent...the reviews are great havent heard anyone say anything negative...and if so there could be improvement
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