For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,386 students in 57049, SD.
The top ranked public schools in 57049, SD are Dakota Valley High School - 01, Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 and Dakota Valley Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 57049 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 57049, SD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best 57049, SD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dakota Valley High School - 01
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1150 Northshore Dr
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3820
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3820
Grades: 9-12
| 459 students
Rank: #22.
Dakota Valley Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
80 Northshore Dr
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3840
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3840
Grades: K-3
| 380 students
Rank: #33.
Dakota Valley Middle School - 03
(Math: 47% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1150 Northshore Dr
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3830
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3830
Grades: 6-8
| 341 students
Rank: #44.
Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1150 Northshore Dr
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3830
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3830
Grades: 4-5
| 206 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 57049, SD?
The top ranked public schools in 57049, SD include Dakota Valley High School - 01, Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 and Dakota Valley Middle School - 03.
How many public schools are located in 57049?
4 public schools are located in 57049.
What is the racial composition of students in 57049?
57049 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
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