At a glance
Reported students
321
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
23.08
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Colorado high enrollment
49th percentile
Compared with 437 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
167
Sheridan High School: 321 reported students.
State peer staffing position
37th percentile
13.9:1 reported; state peer median 15.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 321
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23.05
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.9:1
What the reported data says about Sheridan High School
Sheridan High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Englewood. It is one of 5 current school records connected to Sheridan School District No. 2. NCES reports 321 students for 2024–25.
Among 437 high schools in Colorado with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 336 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 49th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.9:1, below the Colorado median of 15.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (84.4%) and White (9%). English learners represent 24.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 6.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 1 AP course. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Sheridan High School
- 1How do the reported 13.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 23.08 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2.05 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 24.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 6.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 86%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2.05
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.47
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White9%
- Hispanic84.4%
- Black3.1%
- Asian1.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
1 distinct course reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Sheridan School District No. 2
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
SOAR Academy
High · Grades 09–12
78 reported students
Fort Logan Northgate
Middle · Grades 04–08
338 reported students
Alice Terry Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–03
167 reported students
Early Childhood Education Center
Other · Grades PK–PK
114 reported students
Public schools near Sheridan High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOAR Academy High · Sheridan School District No. 2 | 09–12 | 78 | 0.3 mi |
| DSST: College View High School High · Charter · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C | 09–12 | 533 | 1.2 mi |
| Abraham Lincoln High School High · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C | 09–12 | 965 | 2.2 mi |
| Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy High · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C | 06–12 | 670 | 2.3 mi |
| Respect Academy High · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C | 09–12 | 99 | 2.3 mi |
| Colorado's Finest High School of Choice High · Englewood School District No. 1 in the county of Arapahoe | 09–12 | 216 | 2.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Sheridan High School
What grades does Sheridan High School serve?
Sheridan High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Sheridan School District No. 2.
How many students attend Sheridan High School?
Sheridan High School reported 321 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 49th percentile among 437 Colorado high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 321 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Sheridan High School?
The calculated ratio is 13.9:1, based on 321 students and 23.08 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Colorado median for the same school level is 15.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Sheridan High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Sheridan High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Sheridan School District No. 2 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Sheridan High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
86% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Sheridan High School in?
Sheridan High School is part of Sheridan School District No. 2, based in Englewood, CO, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Sheridan High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include SOAR Academy (0.3 mi), DSST: College View High School (1.2 mi), Abraham Lincoln High School (2.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.