| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheldon Community School District | Sheldon | 10/10 Excellent · 98th pct | 1,196 | 4 | PK–12 | 4 |
| South O'Brien Community School District | Calumet | 6/10 Average · 52nd pct | 576 | 2 | PK–12 | 5 |
| Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Community School District | Sanborn | 5/10 Average · 49th pct | 663 | 3 | PK–12 | 2 |
How O'Brien County compares
Together they enroll 2,435 students across 9 schools. The largest is Sheldon Community School District with 1,196 students. Districts here average 7.0/10, above the Iowa average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in O'Brien County, Iowa
O'Brien County has 3 public school districts covering 11 zip codes. The top-rated district in O'Brien County is Sheldon Community School District (10/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Iowa. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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