For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 212 students in Sheldon, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Sheldon, MO are Sheldon High School and Sheldon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sheldon, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Sheldon have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Sheldon, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheldon High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 E Gene Lathrop Dr
Sheldon, MO 64784
(417) 884-5111
Sheldon, MO 64784
(417) 884-5111
Gr: 7-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Sheldon Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 E Gene Lathrop Dr
Sheldon, MO 64784
(417) 884-5113
Sheldon, MO 64784
(417) 884-5113
Gr: PK-6 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Sheldon, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Sheldon, MO include Sheldon High School and Sheldon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sheldon?
2 public schools are located in Sheldon.
What is the racial composition of students in Sheldon?
Sheldon public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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