Needs Improvement
#8715 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sheridan Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
431 Capitol Ave., San Francisco, CA 94112
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,715 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#108 of 120
public schools
In district
#92 of 103
San Francisco Unified
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Sheridan Elementary
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About Sheridan Elementary
Sheridan Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Sheridan Elementary serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheridan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,715 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sheridan Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 190 students, Sheridan Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Sheridan Elementary runs 23.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
55% of students at Sheridan Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sheridan Elementary — Students at Sheridan Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
How Sheridan Elementary Compares
See how Sheridan Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
431 Capitol Ave., San Francisco, CA 94112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheridan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ortega (Jose) Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLDALE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Daly City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Daly City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,906
Median Home Value
$1,159,600
Median Rent
$2,326/mo
Population
80,133
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
41.9
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| Ducor Union Elementary Ducor, CA | 3.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheridan Elementary
What grades does Sheridan Elementary serve?
Sheridan Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sheridan Elementary?
Sheridan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheridan Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheridan Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sheridan Elementary rank in CA?
Sheridan Elementary ranks #8,715 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sheridan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sheridan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sheridan Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheridan Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sheridan Elementary a charter school?
No, Sheridan Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sheridan Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sheridan Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sheridan Elementary?
80.0% of students at Sheridan Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 190
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.3%
- Phone
- (415) 469-4743
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #92 of 103
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