Shelton Elementary School

SHELTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a regular public elementary school located in the rural community of Shelton, Nebraska. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, the school boasts an enrollment of 171 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1 with 14 full-time equivalent teachers. SHELTON ELEMENTARY focuses on providing individualized attention to each child's learning needs.

Academically, the school has room for growth, as indicated by its MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and a state ranking of #896 out of 974 schools in Nebraska, placing it at the 8th percentile statewide. In terms of proficiency rates, 40% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 34% demonstrate proficiency or higher in Math. Despite these statistics, SHELTON ELEMENTARY continues to support its students' development and learning journey within a close-knit rural setting where the entire community is invested in the success of the school.

With an enrollment of 171 students, Shelton Elementary School 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.

Located in a rural area, Shelton Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.