Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sheridan Street Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sheridan Street Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
DUAL LANGUAGE SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
Sheridan Street Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sheridan Street Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7679 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan Street Elementary School's ranking?
Sheridan Street Elementary School is ranked #7679 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sheridan Street Elementary School?
534 students attend Sheridan Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sheridan Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan Street Elementary School?
Sheridan Street Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sheridan Street Elementary School offer ?
Sheridan Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sheridan Street Elementary School part of?
Sheridan Street Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sheridan Street Elementary School located?
Sheridan Street Elementary School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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