Serving 543 students in grades 3-5, Sheridan Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sheridan Intermediate School's student population of 543 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sheridan Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Intermediate School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#417 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
4%
19%
White
88%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Intermediate School's ranking?
Sheridan Intermediate School is ranked #417 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Sheridan Intermediate School often compared to?
Sheridan Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East End Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Intermediate School?
543 students attend Sheridan Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Sheridan Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Intermediate School?
Sheridan Intermediate School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sheridan Intermediate School offer ?
Sheridan Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan Intermediate School part of?
Sheridan Intermediate School is part of Sheridan School District.
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