Excellence Since 1881
MSA is a high-achieving math and science-focused magnet school in the heart of the city.
Recognized as a Spotlight School by the Illinois State Board of Education, a School of Distinction by the Chicago Public Schools, Magnet School of Excellence Award recipient for the last two years, and identified as one of the Best Elementary Schools in Chicago by Chicago Magazine.
Academic excellence. We are committed to increasing student achievement, including high school advanced placement, as well as advanced programs through our comprehensive Specific Aptitude Program in science and math.
Growth beyond the classroom. From sports to gardening to music, our educational and fun free after school offerings supplement our student’s school time.
Community partnerships. Sheridan students enjoy programs such as Communities in the Schools of Chicago, Civic Leadership Foundation, Chinese American Service League, Urban Christian Academy (UCA), Project Vision (after school tutoring and Parent Mentor Program), Ag in the Classroom, Ecology Project International, Amazon’s BootUp with Beebot and Shedd’s Education Access Program. Students are offered extra assistance through programs such as state funded Cantonese Bilingual/ESL Education and the Wilson Reading System Program.
Embracing our diversity. Representing dozens of backgrounds, 66% of our students speak a second language at home. We celebrate our diversity during our annual multi-cultural week and events such as Lunar New Year..
MSA is committed to providing exceptional educational experiences that prepare our students for today’s world and the world of tomorrow.
MSA is in the top 10% of schools, receiving an Exemplary status from ISBE.
533 West 27th Street
Chicago, IL 60616