Best Schools in Sheridan, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Sheridan Elementary
Elementary · Western Placer Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.9
out of 10
Median Home
$463,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.9
out of 10
Median Home
$463,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sheridan
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sheridan Elementary | 3.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.9/10
- Median household income
- $80,000
- Median home value
- $463,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Sheridan compares
Median household income
$80k
80% of California median
About Schools in Sheridan, California
Sheridan, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.9 out of 10, schools in Sheridan face significant challenges on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Sheridan is Sheridan Elementary with a composite score of 3.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sheridan is served by 1 school district: Western Placer Unified. These districts collectively serve 7,913 students.
Sheridan's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,000. The poverty rate in the area is 9.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 59 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.9 |
Schools in Sheridan
Sheridan, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$80,000
Median Home Value
$463,000
Population
1,525
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
82%
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Community Profile
Sheridan has a median household income of $80,000. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $463,000. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Sheridan, California
How many schools are in Sheridan, California?
Sheridan has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sheridan, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sheridan is 3.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Sheridan, California?
The top-ranked school in Sheridan on MySchoolScout is Sheridan Elementary with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sheridan, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sheridan on MySchoolScout is Sheridan Elementary with a composite score of 3.9/10.
How many school districts serve Sheridan, California?
Sheridan is served by 1 school district: Western Placer Unified.
What is the education level in Sheridan, California?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Sheridan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sheridan, California?
The median household income in Sheridan is approximately $80,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sheridan, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sheridan is 19.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sheridan, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.