For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 243 students in 51109, IA.
The top-ranked public school in 51109, IA is Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 51109 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51109, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51109, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2220 Nash
Sioux City, IA 51109
(712) 279-6811
Sioux City, IA 51109
(712) 279-6811
Gr: PK-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51109, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51109, IA include Riverside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 51109?
1 public schools are located in 51109.
What is the racial composition of students in 51109?
51109 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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