For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 496 students in Sheldon, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Sheldon, IA is East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sheldon, IA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Sheldon have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Sheldon, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: 30%
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 preschools in Sheldon, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Sheldon, IA include East Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Sheldon?
2 public preschools are located in Sheldon.
What is the racial composition of students in Sheldon?
Sheldon public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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