Needs Improvement
#4330 of 4,742 schools in NY
Sheridan Preparatory Academy
Elementary School · ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
400 SHERIDAN AVE, Albany, NY 12206
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,330 of 4,742
In Albany
#25 of 32
public schools
In district
#12 of 15
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Sheridan Preparatory Academy
Sheridan Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Albany, NY, part of ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sheridan Preparatory Academy serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheridan Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,330 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sheridan Preparatory Academy show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at Sheridan Preparatory Academy 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 Preparatory Academy — Students at Sheridan Preparatory Academy score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.6/10.
How Sheridan Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Sheridan Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 SHERIDAN AVE, Albany, NY 12206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheridan Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HEBREW ACADEMY OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HENRY JOHNSON CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,931
Median Home Value
$162,300
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
14,592
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
26.1%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
37.8%
Median Age
32.4
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| AVON PRIMARY SCHOOL Avon, NY | 3.8 |
| BRONX LITTLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.8 |
| CYNTHIA JENKINS SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 3.8 |
| GREENLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bainbridge, NY | 3.8 |
| HARVEY C FENNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Falconer, NY | 3.8 |
| NEW YORK CITY ACADEMY FOR DISCOVERY Woodhaven, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheridan Preparatory Academy
What grades does Sheridan Preparatory Academy serve?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sheridan Preparatory Academy?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheridan Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheridan Preparatory Academy is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sheridan Preparatory Academy rank in NY?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy ranks #4,330 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sheridan Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sheridan Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheridan Preparatory Academy has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sheridan Preparatory Academy a charter school?
No, Sheridan Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sheridan Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Sheridan Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sheridan Preparatory Academy?
80.6% of students at Sheridan Preparatory Academy 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Albany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.5%
- Phone
- (518) 475-6850
Resources & Links
District
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,329
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,688
- District Rank
- #12 of 15
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