For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 272 students in 51652, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 51652, IA are Sidney Elementary School and Sidney Virtual Sac School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 51652 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51652, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51652, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sidney Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1004 Illinois St
Sidney, IA 51652
(712) 374-2647
Sidney, IA 51652
(712) 374-2647
Grades: PK-6
| 268 students
Rank: #22.
Sidney Virtual Sac School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2754 Knox Road
Sidney, IA 51652
(712) 374-2141
Sidney, IA 51652
(712) 374-2141
Grades: K-12
| 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 51652, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 51652, IA include Sidney Elementary School and Sidney Virtual Sac School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51652?
2 public elementary schools are located in 51652.
What is the racial composition of students in 51652?
51652 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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