For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,172 students in 51105, IA (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,864 private students). 39% of all K-12 students in 51105, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 51105, IA are Unity Elementary School and Irving Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51105 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51105, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51105, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Unity Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Unity Avenue
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 279-6839
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 279-6839
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Irving Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
901 Floyd Blvd
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 279-6834
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 279-6834
Gr: K-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
710 Iowa St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 293-0436
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 293-0436
Gr: PK | 84 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51105, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51105, IA include Unity Elementary School and Irving Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 51105?
3 public schools are located in 51105.
What percentage of students in 51105 go to public school?
39% of all K-12 students in 51105 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51105?
51105 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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