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Sheridan Elementary School

3100 Plymouth Ave
Lincoln, NE 68502
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sheridan Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 372 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 5% in NE
  • : 84% (Top 10%)
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sheridan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:

School Overview

Sheridan Elementary School's student population of 372 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Mascot
Shark

School Rankings

Sheridan Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NE)
#27 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
84%
58%
78%
47%
85-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.26
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Shark
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sheridan Elementary School's ranking?
Sheridan Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Sheridan Elementary School often compared to?
Sheridan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rousseau Elementary School, Beattie Elementary School, Cavett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Elementary School?
372 students attend Sheridan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sheridan Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Elementary School?
Sheridan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sheridan Elementary School offer ?
Sheridan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan Elementary School part of?
Sheridan Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Sheridan Elementary School located?
Sheridan Elementary School is located in the Country Club neighborhood of Lincoln, NE. There are 1 other public schools located in Country Club.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 372 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 84% (Top 10%)
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education

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