Best Schools in Shell Rock, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Shell Rock Elementary School
Elementary · Waverly-shell Rock Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.1
out of 10
Median Home
$172,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.1
out of 10
Median Home
$172,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Shell Rock
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shell Rock Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.1/10
- Median household income
- $83,281
- Median home value
- $172,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Shell Rock compares
Median household income
$83k
109% of Iowa median
About Schools in Shell Rock, Iowa
Shell Rock, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.1 out of 10, schools in Shell Rock perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Shell Rock is Shell Rock Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shell Rock is served by 1 school district: Waverly-Shell Rock Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 2,372 students.
Shell Rock's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,281. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 172 students · Pre-K–4th | 9.1 |
Schools in Shell Rock
Shell Rock, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,281
Median Home Value
$172,100
Median Rent
$750/mo
Population
2,379
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Community Profile
Shell Rock has a median household income of $83,281. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $172,100, with a median rent of $750/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Shell Rock, Iowa
How many schools are in Shell Rock, Iowa?
Shell Rock has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shell Rock, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shell Rock is 9.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Shell Rock, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Shell Rock on MySchoolScout is Shell Rock Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Shell Rock, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Shell Rock on MySchoolScout is Shell Rock Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve Shell Rock, Iowa?
Shell Rock is served by 1 school district: Waverly-shell Rock Comm School District.
What is the education level in Shell Rock, Iowa?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Shell Rock have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shell Rock, Iowa?
The median household income in Shell Rock is approximately $83,281 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shell Rock, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shell Rock is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shell Rock, Iowa?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Iowa Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.