For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,729 students in 51108, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 110 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 51108, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 51108, IA are Leeds Elementary School and North Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 51108 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 51108, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51108, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leeds Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3919 Jefferson St
Sioux City, IA 51108
(712) 239-7034
Sioux City, IA 51108
(712) 239-7034
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
North Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2101 Outer Dr N
Sioux City, IA 51108
(712) 279-6804
Sioux City, IA 51108
(712) 279-6804
Gr: 6-8 | 1,136 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 51108, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 51108, IA include Leeds Elementary School and North Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 51108?
2 public schools are located in 51108.
What percentage of students in 51108 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 51108 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 51108?
51108 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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