Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sioux Central Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sioux Central Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Sioux Rapids, IA, encompassing approximately 255.2 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.9 miles from the school to its edge and reaching up to 15.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sioux Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sioux Central Elementary School's student population of 229 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sioux Central Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sioux Central Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sioux Central Elementary School's ranking?
Sioux Central Elementary School is ranked #336 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Sioux Central Elementary School often compared to?
Sioux Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Marshall Elementary School, Newell-fonda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Sioux Central Elementary School?
229 students attend Sioux Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sioux Central Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sioux Central Elementary School?
Sioux Central Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sioux Central Elementary School offer ?
Sioux Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sioux Central Elementary School part of?
Sioux Central Elementary School is part of Sioux Central Comm School District.
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