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Little Orabs Preschool
School · Sheldon Comm School District
501 Normal College Ave, Sheldon, IA 51201
Enrollment
36
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
36
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Little Orabs Preschool
Little Orabs Preschool is a public school in Sheldon, IA, part of the Sheldon Comm School District. The school serves approximately 36 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $70,592, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 36 students, Little Orabs Preschool is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 36 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 501 Normal College Ave, Sheldon, IA 51201
- Phone
- (712) 324-4337
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Little Orabs Preschool Compares
See how Little Orabs Preschool performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
501 Normal College Ave, Sheldon, IA 51201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Orabs Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. East Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away). Another option is ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, Sheldon Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away). For more schools in Sheldon, see our Sheldon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,592
Median Home Value
$182,500
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
6,226
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
37.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Little Orabs Preschool has a median household income of $70,592. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $182,500, with a median rent of $842/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.7%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Orabs Preschool
What grades does Little Orabs Preschool serve?
Little Orabs Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Little Orabs Preschool?
Little Orabs Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
Is Little Orabs Preschool a charter school?
No, Little Orabs Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Little Orabs Preschool a Title I school?
No, Little Orabs Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Orabs Preschool?
25.0% of students at Little Orabs Preschool qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (982/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sheldon). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- O'Brien County
- Phone
- (712) 324-4337
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Sheldon Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,221
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,398
Other Schools in This District
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