For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 341 students in North Sioux City, SD.
The top-ranked public middle school in North Sioux City, SD is Dakota Valley Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
North Sioux City, SD public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the South Dakota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in North Sioux City have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of South Dakota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle school average of 42% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Middle Schools in North Sioux City, SD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in North Sioux City, SD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in North Sioux City, SD include Dakota Valley Middle School - 03.
How many public middle schools are located in North Sioux City?
1 public middle schools are located in North Sioux City.
What is the racial composition of students in North Sioux City?
North Sioux City public middle schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public middle schools average of 42% (majority American Indian).
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