For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 770 students in Sheldon, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Sheldon, IA are East Elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sheldon have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Sheldon, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
501 Normal College Ave
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4337
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4337
Grades: PK-4
| 450 students
Rank: #22.
Sheldon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
310 23rd Avenue
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4346
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4346
Grades: 5-8
| 320 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Sheldon, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Sheldon, IA include East Elementary School and Sheldon Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sheldon?
2 public elementary schools are located in Sheldon.
What is the racial composition of students in Sheldon?
Sheldon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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