For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 379 students in 50585, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50585, IA are Sioux Central Middle School and Sioux Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50585 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50585, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50585, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sioux Central Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4440 U.s. Hwy 71
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Grades: 6-8
| 145 students
Rank: #22.
Sioux Central Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4440 U.s. Hwy 71
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Grades: PK-5
| 234 students
50585, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Buffalo Ridge Charter School (Closed 2009)
Charter School
4440 U.s. Hwy 71
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Grades: 1-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50585, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50585, IA include Sioux Central Middle School and Sioux Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50585?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50585.
What is the racial composition of students in 50585?
50585 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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