SHERIDAN ELEM MATH & SCIENCE ACAD
Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad is a public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 560 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 28 teachers, Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy, located in Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood, is a public school within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district that serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As its name suggests, the school places a specialized emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. This curriculum is designed to provide students with a rigorous academic foundation, integrating hands-on learning experiences and critical thinking skills to prepare them for the challenges of high school and beyond.
Beyond its academic focus, Sheridan Math & Science Academy plays an active role in the local Bridgeport community. The school environment is typically characterized by a commitment to fostering a collaborative culture among students, staff, and families. By utilizing its specific focus on math and science, the academy aims to bridge the achievement gap and equip its diverse student body with the analytical skills necessary to succeed in a technology-driven world.
For more information, contact Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad at (773) 534-9120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Chicago, IL 60616-2574
(773) 534-9120
SHERIDAN ELEM MATH & SCIENCE ACAD is a public school in Chicago, IL with about 560 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
- Total Students:
- 560
- Teachers:
- 28.08
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 560 students
- Asian
- 37.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 22.9%
- Black or African American
- 17.9%
- White
- 17.7%
- Two or more races
- 3.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 50.4%
- Male
- 49.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.