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Sheridan High School

High School · Sheridan School District No. 2

3201 WEST OXFORD AVENUE, Englewood, CO 80110

Enrollment

293

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#939 of 1,815

In Englewood

#10 of 21

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Sheridan School District No. 2

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Sheridan High School

6.2/10

High School in Englewood · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sheridan High School

Sheridan High School is a public high school in Englewood, CO, part of Sheridan School District No. 2. Sheridan High School serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheridan High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #939 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Sheridan High School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • CO avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Sheridan High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

45% of students at Sheridan High School 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation4.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,345
Chronic Absenteeism45.4%

Sheridan High School — Students at Sheridan High School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
7.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Sheridan High School Compares

See how Sheridan High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in CO
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.7
Sports
6
3 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
4.4% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
3 boys'·3 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3201 WEST OXFORD AVENUE, Englewood, CO 80110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sheridan High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DSST: College View High School (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Another option is Respect Academy (rated 6.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HUMANEX ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Englewood, see our Englewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Fort Logan Northgate Denver 0.2 mi 5.4
Early Childhood Education Center Englewood 0.3 mi 5.6
SOAR Academy Englewood 0.3 mi 5.9
Alice Terry Elementary School Englewood 0.5 mi 5.0
MULLEN HIGH SCHOOL Denver 0.7 mi 5.5
Kaiser Elementary School Denver 0.9 mi 4.7
DSST: College View Middle School Denver 1.1 mi 7.4
DSST: College View High School Denver 1.2 mi 8.9
Sabin World School Denver 1.4 mi 8.1
Gust Elementary School Denver 1.6 mi 7.0
College View Elementary School Denver 1.7 mi 4.8
Centennial Academy of Fine Arts Education Littleton 1.9 mi 6.2
HUMANEX ACADEMY Englewood 1.8 mi 6.6
Goddard Middle School Littleton 2.0 mi 8.1
Abraham Lincoln High School Denver 2.2 mi 4.8
Doull Elementary School Denver 2.2 mi 7.5
Compass Academy Denver 2.3 mi 5.9
Englewood Early Childhood Education Center at Madd Englewood 1.8 mi 3.2
Bear Valley International School Denver 1.9 mi 7.6
Respect Academy Denver 2.3 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,037

Median Home Value

$455,600

Median Rent

$1,582/mo

Population

23,775

College Educated

37.4%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

36.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sheridan High School

What grades does Sheridan High School serve?

Sheridan High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Sheridan High School?

Sheridan High School has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheridan High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sheridan High School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sheridan High School rank in CO?

Sheridan High School ranks #939 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Sheridan High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sheridan High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheridan High School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Sheridan High School a charter school?

No, Sheridan High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sheridan High School a Title I school?

No, Sheridan High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sheridan High School?

80.5% of students at Sheridan High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Arapahoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.4%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Sheridan School District No. 2
District Enrollment
1,058
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,345
District Rank
#1 of 5

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