SHERIDAN HIGH SCHOOL
Sheridan High School is a public high school that is part of the Northern Local school district, located in Thornville, OH with about 694 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 41 teachers, Sheridan High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 High School, located in Thornville, Ohio, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Northern Local School District. As a pillar of the community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering a supportive environment for its diverse student body. Beyond the classroom, the school is deeply integrated into the local culture, known for a strong commitment to extracurricular involvement, including a wide array of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led clubs that encourage personal growth and teamwork.
The school is widely recognized for its "Generals" pride, which serves as a rallying point for both current students and the surrounding Thornville community. By emphasizing both academic achievement and the development of character, Sheridan High School strives to prepare its graduates for success in higher education, technical training, and the workforce. Through its dedicated faculty and community partnerships, the institution continues to play a vital role in the long-term success and identity of Perry County.
For more information, contact Sheridan High School at (740) 743-1335 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Thornville, OH 43076-9757
(740) 743-1335
SHERIDAN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Thornville, OH with about 694 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Ohio
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Northern Local
- Total Students:
- 694
- Teachers:
- 41.2
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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 694 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SHERIDAN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 98% of the student body.
- White
- 98.1%
- Two or more races
- 1.3%
- Black or African American
- 0.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.3%
- Male
- 52.7%
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.