Sheldon Comm School District

District Overview
Located at 1700 East Fourth Street in Sheldon, Iowa, the Sheldon Community School District operates as an active, comprehensive public school system situated within a remote town setting. Serving a total enrollment of 1,235 students across four operational campuses, the district offers a complete educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Families in the region benefit from a well-structured academic ecosystem designed to support children through every milestone of their primary and secondary education.

To foster an enriched learning environment, the district is backed by a robust workforce totaling over 356 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes more than 172 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by dedicated teams of over 42 instructional aides and 141 support personnel who help ensure individualized attention and smooth daily operations. For families, students, and educational researchers alike, the Sheldon Community School District stands out as a strong example of a dedicated, well-staffed rural public district tailored to meet the evolving needs of its community.
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Total Schools
1,235
Total Students
172.2
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sheldon Comm School District
Demographic Student Count
White827
Hispanic338
Black16
Asian10
Two or More30
American Indian1
Pacific Islander13
  • White
    827 (67.0%)
  • Hispanic
    338 (27.4%)
  • Two or More
    30 (2.4%)
  • Black
    16 (1.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    13 (1.1%)
  • Asian
    10 (0.8%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Sheldon Comm School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High1
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:1,235*
Teachers (FTE):172.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.2
Schools in Sheldon Comm School District
Found 4 Schools