District Overview
Located at 211 Madison Street in Sheridan, Montana, Sheridan Elementary District serves as a vital educational hub within a remote rural community. As an active, traditional public school district operating independently of any supervisory union, the district manages two operational facilities dedicated to foundational learning. Covering a grade span from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, Sheridan Elementary provides seamless support for early childhood development through the middle school years. Community members, parents, and researchers can learn more about district initiatives online at sheridan.k12.mt.us or by calling the administrative office at (406) 842-5302.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district enrolled a close-knit body of 187 students, consisting of 90 female and 97 male learners across its programs. Sheridan Elementary District maintains an exceptionally favorable staffing environment that prioritizes individual student attention. The learning community is anchored by approximately 26 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by roughly 6 instructional aides and 23 support staff members, bringing the total district staff to over 54 full-time equivalents. This generous staffing structure enables dedicated care across a diverse student demographic—comprising 165 White, 10 Hispanic, 9 multiracial, 2 Asian, and 1 American Indian student—ensuring a supportive, responsive educational setting tailored to the needs of rural Montana families.
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Total Schools
187
Total Students
26.1
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sheridan Elem
Demographic Student Count
White165
Hispanic10
Asian2
Two or More9
American Indian1
  • White
    165 (88.2%)
  • Hispanic
    10 (5.3%)
  • Two or More
    9 (4.8%)
  • Asian
    2 (1.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.5%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Sheridan Elem
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High0
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:2
Students:187*
Teachers (FTE):26.1*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.2
Schools in Sheridan Elem
Found 2 Schools
Charter School 40 Students
Charter School 147 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th