Sheridan Preparatory Academy

400 Sheridan Ave
Albany, NY 12206
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Bottom 50%
Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sheridan Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 287 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sheridan Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Sheridan Preparatory Academy's student population of 287 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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School Rankings

Sheridan Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Preparatory Academy is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
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State Level (NY)
#4242 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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10-14%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Sheridan Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
10-14%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Sheridan Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-69%
78%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Sheridan Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
8%
10%
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Hispanic
20%
29%
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Black
59%
16%
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White
6%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.60
This chart displays the diversity score of Sheridan Preparatory Academy and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Sheridan Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sheridan Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy is ranked #4242 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Preparatory Academy?
287 students attend Sheridan Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Sheridan Preparatory Academy students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sheridan Preparatory Academy?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sheridan Preparatory Academy offer ?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan Preparatory Academy part of?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy is part of Albany City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sheridan Preparatory Academy located?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy is located in the West Hill neighborhood of Albany, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in West Hill.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 287 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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