Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sheridan Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheridan Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sheridan Park Elementary School's student population of 494 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sheridan Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Park Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1474 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
50%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Park Elementary School's ranking?
Sheridan Park Elementary School is ranked #1474 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Park Elementary School?
494 students attend Sheridan Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sheridan Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sheridan Park Elementary School?
Sheridan Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sheridan Park Elementary School offer ?
Sheridan Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sheridan Park Elementary School part of?
Sheridan Park Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Sheridan Park Elementary School located?
Sheridan Park Elementary School is located in the Driftwood neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Driftwood.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday)
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