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#15 of 45 private schools in DC
Top 31% of private schools
Sheridan School
Elementary School
4400 36TH ST NW, Washington, DC 20008
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#15 of 45
In Washington
#15 of 45
public schools
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Sheridan School
Elementary School in Washington · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sheridan School
Sheridan School is a private elementary school in Washington, DC. Sheridan School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheridan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Sheridan School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sheridan School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sheridan School compares to 198 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sheridan School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Murch ES | 7.9 |
| Hearst ES | 9.4 |
| Deal MS | 8.6 |
| Janney ES | 8.9 |
| Eaton ES | 8.2 |
| Mann ES | 7.8 |
| Lafayette ES | 8.5 |
| Stoddert ES | 8.9 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School | 8.1 |
| Bancroft ES | 8.6 |
| Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS | 6.6 |
| John Lewis ES | 7.6 |
| Powell ES | 7.5 |
| Key ES | 8.1 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES | 8.7 |
| Hardy MS | 8.2 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus | 6.4 |
| Friendship PCS - Online Academy | 3.2 |
| MacFarland MS | 7.8 |
| H.D. Cooke ES | 6.4 |
Showing 20 of 198 schools. View all schools in Washington
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in DC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4400 36TH ST NW, Washington, DC 20008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheridan School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hearst ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Janney ES (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lafayette ES (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANKLIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 0.3 mi | — |
| Murch ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Hearst ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 9.4 |
| WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Deal MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| WHITTLE SCHOOL AND STUDIOS Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Jackson-Reed HS Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| SIDWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| EDMUND BURKE SCHOOL Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Janney ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| NATIONAL PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHEVY CHASE Washington | 0.9 mi | — |
| GEORGETOWN DAY SCHOOL Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Eaton ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BROAD BRANCH CHILDREN'S HOUSE Washington | 1.3 mi | — |
| Lafayette ES Washington | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| MARET SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Mann ES Washington | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,653
Median Home Value
$894,100
Median Rent
$2,202/mo
Population
28,743
College Educated
88.9%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Garfield ES Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Stanton ES Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Early Childhood Academy PCS Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Elementary Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Thomson ES Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| C.W. Harris ES Washington, DC | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheridan School
What grades does Sheridan School serve?
Sheridan School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sheridan School?
Sheridan School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheridan School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheridan School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sheridan School rank in DC?
Sheridan School ranks #15 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is Sheridan School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sheridan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sheridan School a private school?
Yes, Sheridan School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sheridan School a religious school?
No, Sheridan School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 362-7900
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