SHERIDAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sheridan Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lake Forest SD 67 school district, located in Lake Forest, IL with about 230 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Sheridan Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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 School is a highly-regarded public institution located in Lake Forest, Illinois, serving students in grades K–4. As part of Lake Forest School District 67, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered approach to learning. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment that encourages intellectual curiosity, personal growth, and social-emotional development, ensuring that each child receives a well-rounded foundation during their early formative years.

Beyond its core curriculum, Sheridan Elementary emphasizes community involvement and the cultivation of strong partnerships between teachers, students, and parents. The school benefits from its location in a close-knit community, which supports a vibrant school culture characterized by high academic standards and inclusive extracurricular opportunities. By prioritizing both rigorous instruction and character building, Sheridan Elementary aims to prepare its students to be thoughtful, engaged learners as they transition into the middle school grades.

For more information, contact Sheridan Elem School at (847) 234-1160 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.