For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,328 students in 51106, IA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 51106, IA are Morningside Elementary School and Spalding Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 51106 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 51106, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51106, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morningside Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3601 Bushnell Ave
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-4048
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-4048
Gr: PK-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Spalding Park Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4101 Stone Avenue
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-4043
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-4043
Gr: PK-5 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 51106, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 51106, IA include Morningside Elementary School and Spalding Park Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 51106?
2 public preschools are located in 51106.
What is the racial composition of students in 51106?
51106 public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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