For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,847 students in 51104, IA (there are 2 private schools, serving 305 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 51104, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 51104, IA are Clark Early Childhood Center, Perry Creek Elementary School and Bryant Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51104 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51104, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51104, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clark Early Childhood Center
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4315 Hamilton Blvd
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 239-7030
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 239-7030
Gr: PK | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Perry Creek Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3601 Country Club Blvd
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 279-6836
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 279-6836
Gr: K-5 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Bryant Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3040 Jones Street
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 279-6819
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 279-6819
Gr: PK-5 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
North High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Cheyenne
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 239-7000
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 239-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,529 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51104, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51104, IA include Clark Early Childhood Center, Perry Creek Elementary School and Bryant Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 51104?
4 public schools are located in 51104.
What percentage of students in 51104 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 51104 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51104?
51104 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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