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The Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District is a high achieving public school system serving the communities of Waverly and Shell Rock. Recognized throughout the state and beyond for their high student academic achievement, W-SR students consistently outperform state and national averages in academic proficiency.
The certified enrollment for the school district is 1,995 students; however, the district serves 2,178 students. The graduation rate is 97.5%. The average class size for K-4 is 20.4 students. 62% of the teachers in the district have a master’s degree. See additional district information below:
- Certified enrollment: 2168
- Students served: 2260
- Open enrolled in: 176
- Open enrolled out: 89
- Attendance rate: 96%
- Graduation rate: 96%
- Number of teachers: 187
- Average class size (k-4): 22
- Value of school buildings: $90,848,224
W-SR is a Class 3A school district, which in Iowa is the second largest class for most activities. Known for their excellent sports and fine arts programming, the W-SR school district is considered one of the top schools in Iowa in most categories.
Seven schools make up the district: Margaretta Carey Elementary, Shell Rock Elementary, Southeast Elementary, West Cedar Elementary, W-SR Middle School, W-SR High School, and W-SR Residential/Lied Center.
DISTRICT MISSION:
Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District strives to create a passion for learning that will sustain students for a lifetime.
TECHNOLOGY MISSION:
Our mission is to inspire a lifelong passion within our school community to create, collaborate, share, discover, and solve problems while ethically utilizing technology.
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Waverly-Shell Rock High School
Waverly-Shell Rock High School serves students in grades 9-12. Operating on a traditional eight-period day enables students to maximize their learning and complete a full college-preparatory course load. The school is equipped with state-of-the-art technology with each student being provided a Chromebook. Students excel in each of the four A's of high school success: Academics, Activities, Arts and Athletics. View MoreWaverly-Shell Rock Middle School
The W-SR Middle School serves grades 5-8. Technology is emphasized with each student provided an iPad or Chromebook to enhance their educational experience. Classrooms have teacher voice amplification systems, short throw projectors, Apple TV connections, and furniture designed specifically for the middle school child. The auditorium with a capacity of 600 also serves as the school’s weather safe area. View MoreWaverly-Shell Rock Elementary Schools
The W-SR School District has four neighborhood elementary schools, three located in Waverly and one located in Shell Rock. In addition to academic classrooms, W-SR elementary schools offer art, physical education, general music, a guidance program, a gifted/talented program, special education, and remedial reading support. View MoreSt. Paul’s Lutheran School
St. Paul's Lutheran School is a great option for school choice with programming for preschool-sixth grade and a before and aftercare program. They welcome students from all faiths and are happy to arrange a tour for prospective students and families. View MoreLied Education Center
The W-SR Residential/Lied Center provides educational services to students with special behavioral needs who also may require academic support. The primary goal is to support the students in developing the skills they need to work through their challenging behaviors and to transition back to their regular classrooms. View More
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