For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,160 students in 51201, IA (there are , serving 196 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 51201, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 51201, IA are Sheldon Middle School, East Elementary School and Sheldon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51201 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51201, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51201, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheldon Middle School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
310 23rd Avenue
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4346
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4346
Gr: 5-8 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
East Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 Normal College Ave
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4337
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4337
Gr: PK-4 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Sheldon High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 East Fourth Street
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-2501
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-2501
Gr: 9-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
109 N 18th Ave
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4337
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-4337
Gr: PK | 36 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51201, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51201, IA include Sheldon Middle School, East Elementary School and Sheldon High School.
How many public schools are located in 51201?
4 public schools are located in 51201.
What percentage of students in 51201 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 51201 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51201?
51201 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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