For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 384 students in Sioux Rapids, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Sioux Rapids, IA are Sioux Central Middle School and Sioux Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sioux Rapids, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sioux Rapids have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Sioux Rapids, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sioux Central Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4440 U.s. Hwy 71
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Gr: 6-8 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Sioux Central Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4440 U.s. Hwy 71
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Sioux Rapids, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Buffalo Ridge Charter School (Closed 2009)
Charter School
4440 U.s. Hwy 71
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Gr: 1-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Sioux Rapids, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Sioux Rapids, IA include Sioux Central Middle School and Sioux Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sioux Rapids?
2 public elementary schools are located in Sioux Rapids.
What is the racial composition of students in Sioux Rapids?
Sioux Rapids public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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