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#1084 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 49% in state
Sheldon Elem.
Elementary School · SHELDON R-VIII
100 E GENE LATHROP DR, Sheldon, MO 64784
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,084 of 2,221
In Sheldon
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
SHELDON R-VIII
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Sheldon Elem.
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About Sheldon Elem.
Sheldon Elem. is a public elementary school in Sheldon, MO, part of SHELDON R-VIII. Sheldon Elem. serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheldon Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,084 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Sheldon Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 116 students, Sheldon Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Sheldon Elem. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Sheldon Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Sheldon Elem. — Students at Sheldon Elem. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Sheldon Elem. Compares
See how Sheldon Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 E GENE LATHROP DR, Sheldon, MO 64784
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheldon Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAMAR ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Lamar), which scores notably higher. Another option is JASPER CO. ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Jasper), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAST ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Lamar), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sheldon, see our Sheldon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHELDON HIGH Sheldon | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| LAMAR HIGH Lamar | 11.1 mi | 6.2 |
| LAMAR ELEM. Lamar | 11.2 mi | 8.7 |
| LAMAR MIDDLE Lamar | 11.2 mi | 7.4 |
| EAST ELEM. Lamar | 11.8 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONAUGH ELEM. Bronaugh | 9.7 mi | 5.4 |
| BRONAUGH HIGH Bronaugh | 9.7 mi | 5.5 |
| BENTON ELEM. Nevada | 13.1 mi | 6.2 |
| BRYAN ELEM. Nevada | 13.1 mi | 5.7 |
| NEVADA HIGH Nevada | 13.2 mi | 3.8 |
| TRUMAN ELEM. Nevada | 13.3 mi | 6.1 |
| NEVADA MIDDLE Nevada | 13.6 mi | 7.5 |
| CEDAR RIDGE SCHOOL Nevada | 13.6 mi | — |
| NORTHEAST VERNON CO. R-I HIGH Walker | 16.6 mi | 5.7 |
| LIBERAL HIGH Liberal | 14.2 mi | 8.0 |
| LIBERAL MIDDLE Liberal | 14.2 mi | 7.9 |
| LIBERAL ELEM. Liberal | 14.3 mi | 6.7 |
| JASPER CO. ELEM. Jasper | 22.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Jasper Co. High School Jasper | 22.3 mi | 6.2 |
| GOLDEN CITY ELEM. Golden City | 21.7 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64784 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,734
Median Home Value
$146,600
Median Rent
$541/mo
Population
1,346
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
45.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FAIRFAX ELEM. Fairfax, MO | 6.5 |
| GREEN FOREST ELEM. Salem, MO | 6.5 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Olivette, MO | 6.5 |
| KIRBYVILLE ELEM. Kirbyville, MO | 6.5 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Cole Camp, MO | 6.5 |
| Labadie Elementary Labadie, MO | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheldon Elem.
What grades does Sheldon Elem. serve?
Sheldon Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sheldon Elem.?
Sheldon Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheldon Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheldon Elem. is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sheldon Elem. rank in MO?
Sheldon Elem. ranks #1,084 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Sheldon Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Sheldon Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sheldon Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheldon Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sheldon Elem. a charter school?
No, Sheldon Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sheldon Elem. a Title I school?
No, Sheldon Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sheldon Elem.?
44.8% of students at Sheldon Elem. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 116
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Vernon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (417) 884-5113
Resources & Links
District
SHELDON R-VIII- District Enrollment
- 205
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,511
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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