For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,073 students in 51250, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51250, IA are Sioux Center Middle School, Kinsey Elementary School and Sioux Center Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 51250 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 51250, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51250, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sioux Center Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 9th St Ne
Sioux Center, IA 51250
(712) 722-3783
Sioux Center, IA 51250
(712) 722-3783
Gr: 6-8 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Kinsey Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
397 10th St Se
Sioux Center, IA 51250
(712) 722-1541
Sioux Center, IA 51250
(712) 722-1541
Gr: K-3 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Sioux Center Intermediate School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
950 4th Ave Ne
Sioux Center, IA 51250
(712) 722-2987
Sioux Center, IA 51250
(712) 722-2987
Gr: 4-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 51250, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 51250, IA include Sioux Center Middle School, Kinsey Elementary School and Sioux Center Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 51250?
3 public elementary schools are located in 51250.
What is the racial composition of students in 51250?
51250 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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