Serving 82 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sheridan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheridan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sheridan Elementary School's student population of 82 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
82 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
“Where Learning Comes First”
School Rankings
Sheridan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1641 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
48%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
43%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Elementary School's ranking?
Sheridan Elementary School is ranked #1641 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sheridan Elementary School often compared to?
Sheridan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Elementary School, Weimar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Elementary School?
82 students attend Sheridan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sheridan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Elementary School?
Sheridan Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sheridan Elementary School offer ?
Sheridan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sheridan Elementary School part of?
Sheridan Elementary School is part of Rice CISD School District.
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