For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 161 students in Sheffield, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Sheffield, IA is West Fork Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sheffield, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sheffield have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Sheffield, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Fork Middle School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
504 Park Street
Sheffield, IA 50475
(641) 892-4159
Sheffield, IA 50475
(641) 892-4159
Gr: 6-8 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Sheffield, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Sheffield, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Sheffield, IA include West Fork Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sheffield?
1 public elementary schools are located in Sheffield.
What is the racial composition of students in Sheffield?
Sheffield public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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