Below Average
#2558 of 3,192 schools in MI
Sheridan Road
Middle School · Lansing Public School District
16900 CEDAR ST, Lansing, MI 48906
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,558 of 3,192
In Lansing
#22 of 37
public schools
In district
#13 of 23
Lansing Public School District
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Sheridan Road
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About Sheridan Road
Sheridan Road is a public middle school in Lansing, MI, part of Lansing Public School District. Sheridan Road serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheridan Road has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,558 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Sheridan Road show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sheridan Road 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.
54% of students at Sheridan Road 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 Road — Students at Sheridan Road score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from MI 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: 6.6/10.
How Sheridan Road Compares
See how Sheridan Road performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16900 CEDAR ST, Lansing, MI 48906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheridan Road may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Glencairn School (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby East Lansing), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE (rated 7.3/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DeWitt High School (rated 7.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Dewitt), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lansing, see our Lansing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gier Park School Lansing | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| EMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lansing | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Willow School Lansing | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| MidMichigan Leadership Academy Lansing | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Post Oak School Lansing | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MARTIN LUTHER HIGH SCHOOL Lansing | 2.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Pattengill School Lansing | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Eastern High School Lansing | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Cole Academy East East Lansing | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Cumberland School Lansing | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Blended Learning Academies Credit Recovery High School Lansing | 3.0 mi | 3.8 |
| JW Sexton High School Lansing | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Windemere Park Charter Academy Lansing | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Robert L Green Elementary East Lansing | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Ingham ISD ASD Programs Mason | 2.9 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Lansing | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| East Intermediate School Lansing | 3.4 mi | 4.4 |
| DeWitt High School Dewitt | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Glencairn School East Lansing | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Herbison Woods Elementary School Dewitt | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,533
Median Home Value
$128,600
Median Rent
$1,033/mo
Population
25,960
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fennville Middle School Fennville, MI | 4.9 |
| Hopkins Middle School Hopkins, MI | 4.9 |
| Milan Middle School Milan, MI | 4.9 |
| Thomas Simpson Middle School Flat Rock, MI | 4.9 |
| Carrollton Middle School Saginaw, MI | 5.0 |
| Charyl Stockwell Academy Middle School Brighton, MI | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheridan Road
What grades does Sheridan Road serve?
Sheridan Road serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Sheridan Road?
Sheridan Road has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheridan Road?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheridan Road is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sheridan Road rank in MI?
Sheridan Road ranks #2,558 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Sheridan Road's MySchoolScout rating?
Sheridan Road has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Road?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheridan Road has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Sheridan Road a charter school?
No, Sheridan Road is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sheridan Road a Title I school?
No, Sheridan Road is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sheridan Road?
97.4% of students at Sheridan Road 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clinton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.7%
- Phone
- (517) 755-1630
Resources & Links
District
Lansing Public School District- District Enrollment
- 10,194
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,503
- District Rank
- #13 of 23
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