Serving 635 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Perry Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Perry Creek Elementary School's student population of 635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
635 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perry Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Creek Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#400 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
27%
14%
Black
12%
7%
White
50%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Perry Creek Elementary School is ranked #400 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Perry Creek Elementary School?
635 students attend Perry Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Perry Creek Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Creek Elementary School?
Perry Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perry Creek Elementary School offer ?
Perry Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perry Creek Elementary School part of?
Perry Creek Elementary School is part of Sioux City Comm School District.
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