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Sheridan Elementary School

Allentown City SD · Lehigh County · 521 N 2nd St, Allentown, PA 18102.0

(484)765-4881

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1/10
#1425
Rank 1425 out of 1,545
Top 92%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1483 · 4th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #1357 · 12th percentile
Science2/10 · #1269 · 10th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Sheridan Elementary sits in Allentown's urban core, a city that's seen a lot of reinvestment in recent years as part of the broader Lehigh Valley's growth. The school serves a diverse, working-class community, and while academic scores run below state averages, families who prioritize a multicultural environment and strong neighborhood ties will find a school deeply embedded in its surrounding community. For families committed to Allentown and looking to be part of a city on the move, Sheridan reflects the real, everyday character of the neighborhood it calls home.

Student Demographics

299 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
227 (76%)
African American
28 (9%)
White
24 (8%)
Multiple Races
19 (6%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners85 (28%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged245 (82%)
Students with Disabilities46 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

591
Enrollment
35.7
Teachers (FTE)
16.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #256 · 84th percentile

125 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found