Schools in Sheldon, Iowa (2025)
4 schools · 1,179 students · 4 public · median Enrollment 356.
Sheldon, in Iowa, has 4 schools in United States's 2025 data, together educating about 1,179 students. By level there are 1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 other; by sector 4 public.
The median Enrollment across Sheldon's schools is 356, above the Iowa median of 314. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
3 of the 4 schools qualify for the Success Index (US). The highest-scoring is East Elementary School (83.7, top 10% of elementary schools nationally), followed by Sheldon Middle School (83.2, top 10% of middle schools nationally), and Sheldon High School (74.3, top 25% of high schools nationally). 2 schools sit in the top 10% of United States for their type. Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare an elementary school with other elementary schools.
The largest schools are East Elementary School (468 students), Sheldon High School (356 students), Sheldon Middle School (312 students).
Ranked schools in Sheldon
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and Iowa.
- 184East Elementary SchoolSheldon · Public Elementary82% Math proficiency · 468 students
- 283Sheldon Middle SchoolSheldon · Public Middle78% Math proficiency · 312 students
- 374Sheldon High SchoolSheldon · Public High62% Math proficiency · 356 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Elementary School Sheldon · Elementary · Grades PK–4 | Public | 83.7 Top 10% | 82% Math proficiency | 468 |
| 2 | Sheldon Middle School Sheldon · Middle · Grades 5–8 | Public | 83.2 Top 10% | 78% Math proficiency | 312 |
| 3 | Sheldon High School Sheldon · High · Grades 9–12 | Public | 74.3 Top 25% | 62% Math proficiency | 356 |
Other schools in Sheldon
Schools without a rank: fewer than 60 students, no published Enrollment, or a school type that is not scored.
Compare the top 3 schools in Sheldon side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Sheldon?
East Elementary School is the highest-ranked school in Sheldon with a Success Index (US) of 83.7 out of 100 (Top 10% of elementary schools in United States).
How many schools are in Sheldon?
Sheldon has 4 schools (1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 other) educating 1,179 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Sheldon?
The median Enrollment across schools in Sheldon is 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.