Best Schools in Shellsburg, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Shellsburg Elementary School
Elementary · Vinton-shellsburg 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
$227,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.1
out of 10
Median Home
$227,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Shellsburg
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 | Shellsburg Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.1/10
- Median household income
- $90,781
- Median home value
- $227,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Shellsburg compares
Median household income
$91k
119% of Iowa median
About Schools in Shellsburg, Iowa
Shellsburg, 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 Shellsburg 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 Shellsburg is Shellsburg Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shellsburg is served by 1 school district: Vinton-Shellsburg Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 1,551 students.
Shellsburg's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,781. The poverty rate in the area is 7.2%.
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 | 250 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.1 |
Schools in Shellsburg
Shellsburg, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$90,781
Median Home Value
$227,800
Median Rent
$775/mo
Population
1,638
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Community Profile
Shellsburg has a median household income of $90,781. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $227,800, with a median rent of $775/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 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 Shellsburg, Iowa
How many schools are in Shellsburg, Iowa?
Shellsburg has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shellsburg, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shellsburg 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 Shellsburg, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Shellsburg on MySchoolScout is Shellsburg Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Shellsburg, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Shellsburg on MySchoolScout is Shellsburg Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve Shellsburg, Iowa?
Shellsburg is served by 1 school district: Vinton-shellsburg Comm School District.
What is the education level in Shellsburg, Iowa?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Shellsburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shellsburg, Iowa?
The median household income in Shellsburg is approximately $90,781 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shellsburg, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shellsburg is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shellsburg, 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.