Serving 555 students in grades 9-12, Sheridan Technical College ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheridan Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sheridan Technical College's student population of 555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
To change the lives of people from all backgrounds through innovative education.
School Rankings
Sheridan Technical College ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Technical College is 0.67, 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
#509 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
44%
37%
Black
34%
21%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Technical College's ranking?
Sheridan Technical College is ranked #509 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sheridan Technical College often compared to?
Sheridan Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Mcfatter Technical College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sheridan Technical College?
The graduation rate of Sheridan Technical College is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sheridan Technical College?
555 students attend Sheridan Technical College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sheridan Technical College students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Technical College?
Sheridan Technical College has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sheridan Technical College offer ?
Sheridan Technical College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan Technical College part of?
Sheridan Technical College is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Sheridan Technical College located?
Sheridan Technical College is located in the Hollywood Hills neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Hollywood Hills.
School Reviews
2 9/5/2011
this school is a set up to get money they don't teach anything and fail you when you don't pass the test.
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