For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 172 students in Shell Rock, IA.
The top ranked public school in Shell Rock, IA is Shell Rock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shell Rock, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Shell Rock have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Shell Rock, IA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shell Rock Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
214 N Cherry St
Shell Rock, IA 50670
(319) 885-4311
Shell Rock, IA 50670
(319) 885-4311
Gr: PK-4 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Shell Rock, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Shell Rock, IA include Shell Rock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Shell Rock?
1 public schools are located in Shell Rock.
What is the racial composition of students in Shell Rock?
Shell Rock public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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