Sheridan West Middle School serves 103 students in grades 7-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 40-44% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-34% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
103 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)40-44%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)30-34%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
45%
15%
Black
42%
14%
White
13%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% PA state average).
How many students attend Sheridan West Middle School?
103 students attend Sheridan West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Sheridan West Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, and 13% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan West Middle School?
Sheridan West Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sheridan West Middle School offer ?
Sheridan West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sheridan West Middle School part of?
Sheridan West Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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