Sheridan School

Founded in 1927, we are a K-8 progressive school with around 230 students, a vibrant, engaged community and a deep commitment to both equity and diversity.
We believe learning is empowerment and we intentionally develop in our students an authentic desire to learn, to frame questions, to seek answers, to lead, to explore, and to create.
Sheridan students graduate more than prepared for the complexities of the future -- they are leaders prepared to make meaningful change.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 232 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $38,720
  • Acceptance rate: 30%
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 13
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1927

Student Body

Total Students
232 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
Sheridan School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 13
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We offer financial aid. 25% of our students receive financial aid.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$21,320
Acceptance Rate
30%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Karen O'Connor-Floman
Endowment Size
$4 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Gay Straight Alliance, Mathletes, Student Council, Students of Color Affinity Group

Arts and Music Programs:
After School Music Lessons, Spring Musical

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Program

School Notes

  • As a small school, we have the luxury of knowing each child individually and ensuring that each child feels known and understood. While Sheridan prides itself on its nurturing environment, it is also academically challenging. We set the bar high with our challenging, mastery-based curriculum that builds confidence and cultivates successful students.A Sheridan education is a combination of creative expression, critical thought, hands-on experimentation and global awareness. We value diversity, risk-taking, social-emotional awareness and respect for the environment. Our concept-based curriculum teaches students more than content.It is a vehicle for inquiry, exploring issues from multiple points of view and development of student passions. We provide a lasting foundation for students that serves them as they enter a complex world. The best way to truly capture the Sheridan spirit is to visit the campus. We can promise you that the minute you walk through the door, you will be impressed by the warm, familial, creative and intellectually robust atmosphere.It is a joyful place for children and adults. Please, come see for yourself.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sheridan School cost?
Sheridan School's tuition is approximately $38,720 for private students.
What schools are Sheridan School often compared to?
Sheridan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown Day School, Lowell School, Washington International School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Sheridan School?
The acceptance rate of Sheridan School is 30%, which is lower than the national average of 60%.
What sports does Sheridan School offer?
Sheridan School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Soccer and Softball.
When is the application deadline for Sheridan School?
The application deadline for Sheridan School is Jan. 13.
What neighborhood is Sheridan School located?
Sheridan School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 61 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
I've been at Sheridan since I was in kindergarten and I'm in 7th grade now still at Sheridan! This is such an amazing school for so many reasons. The warmth of the community is amazing and I feel so loved by all the teachers and students. I have met my best friends at school and I can't imagine life without them. Together we have all grown, cried, laughed uncontrollably, and learned together. Everyone at this school cares for each other so much and it's such a special thing that I don't think all schools have. The academics are wonderful, and the teachers are always so helpful in giving us the best material so we can learn. Homework can be something that can be very stressful for students but at Sheridan I find we don't get an unbearable amount of homework we usually get 20 minutes at most. At Sheridan we offer so many fun sports you can participate in such as soccer, basketball, track, cross country, softball, and baseball. I've participated in soccer and basketball for Sheridan and I've found it to be such a fun thing to do to connect to other grades and in general it's just fun. We also do musicals and plays every year. I do the play and musical every year and I find it so fun to be able to perform in front of your peers and it's a fun experience. Birthdays at Sheridan are one of my favorites because the school makes your birthday so special. I love this school like it's a second home it's a place where I feel safe and happy.
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5  
I am a current parent of three Sheridan students - in first, third and fifth grade. We absolutely adore the school. From the warmth of the Kindergarten, to the exuberance of the middle school basketball games, to the profound and thoughtful work of the social studies curriculum, this is an exemplary school. Sheridan is a warm and happy place where the children are engaged and stimulated, exploring and growing and jumping in to take risks and challenge themselves. A few of the perhaps less known aspects that makes Sheridan a very special school: the curriculum is carefully planned, both throughout the subjects (so that science, social studies, and art all contribute to one another thematically), as well as throughout the years (so the social justice learning in the upper grades refers back to the forms of government they studied in 5th grade, which is also informed by the covenants they learned to write in Kindergarten). Sheridan also has a rich arts program, with one of the most inspiring art rooms I've seen, a wonderful music program with free after school music lessons, and student concerts throughout the year. The science and engineering is also rich, beginning with Kindergarteners who think of themselves as engineers, and a wonderful arts and engineering program after school called Future Makers. Perhaps most impressive is the deep and careful thinking that goes into Sheridan's commitment to diversity. This is a school that walks its talk at every turn. I also wish it continued to high school, and I wish there were more schools like Sheridan all over the world.
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5  
I am a parent of a current second grader at Sheridan School. Our child has been at the school since K. Highlights of our experience at Sheridan School include: -One class, one grade model -co-teaching model allows students to be met where they are through very low student/teacher ratio -family feel of the community, we know almost each child and their parents by name -mountain campus allows students (and families) access to a rich curriculum in environmental science/environmental responsibility, outdoor education and skills -outstanding teaching staff who are caring, who know our child and can encourage the children to take risks to dive deep into learning -growth-minded administration, teachers and staff -understanding that academic "rigor" cannot be captured or utilized if not coupled with social/emotional attention and education -being on the forefront of developments in curriculum around diversity & inclusion Sheridan is truly a gift to our family & our child. She is known, seen and understood -- she feels like a valued member of an intellectually curious community of both children AND adults.
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5  
We have two children at Sheridan and every year are impressed anew at the caliber and thoughtfulness of the teachers and the curriculum. It is a small community, only one class per grade, and extraordinarily friendly and supportive. The art and music programs are exemplary, the school sports program both supportive and challenging, and the indepth classroom focus on writing and reading supports each child in the way that he or she most needs it. The buddy system and community focus mean my 7 year old has friends in the 8th grade and that my about-to-be-a-6th-grader has no nerves about middle school at all. When we were looking at schools, we were blown away when we met the 8th graders at Sheridan - poised, confident, kind, smart. We have loved the experience our children have had at this quiet, unassuming little gem of a school - from homeroom to aftercare, everyone knows their name and supports them in being successful. I only wish they had a high school. :)
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 232 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $38,720
  • Acceptance rate: 30%
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 13
  • Source: Verified school update

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