For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,161 students in Sheldon, IA (there are 2 private schools, serving 183 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Sheldon, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Sheldon, IA are East Elementary School, Sheldon High School and Sheldon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sheldon, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 68% statewide average). Schools in Sheldon have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Sheldon, IA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 Normal College Ave
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4337
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4337
Grades: PK-4
| 474 students
Rank: #22.
Sheldon High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1700 East Fourth Street
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-2501
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-2501
Grades: 9-12
| 352 students
Rank: #33.
Sheldon Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 23rd Avenue
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4346
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4346
Grades: 5-8
| 335 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Sheldon, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Sheldon, IA include East Elementary School, Sheldon High School and Sheldon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Sheldon, IA?
3 public schools are located in Sheldon, IA.
What percentage of students in Sheldon, IA go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Sheldon, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Sheldon, IA?
Sheldon, IA public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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