Sheldon Middle School

Sheldon Middle School serves 319 students in grades 5-8 in the heart of O'Brien County, Iowa. This public middle school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.6 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking impressively at #143 out of 1,288 Iowa schools, placing it in the 89th percentile statewide. The school's academic achievements are particularly noteworthy, with 86% of students performing at proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and Reading, while 83% reach proficiency in Mathematics.

With 21 full-time equivalent teachers serving the student body, Sheldon Middle School maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. Located on 23rd Avenue in Sheldon, the school serves a community where the median household income is $69,041 and median home values are $165,900. About 21% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate stands at 13.9% in this ZIP code of approximately 6,278 residents.

Sheldon Middle School operates in Iowa's remote town setting, providing quality education to families in this close-knit rural community where strong academic results reflect the dedication of both educators and students.