Serving 632 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 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (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 632 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perry Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Creek Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#408 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
13%
Black
11%
7%
White
54%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Perry Creek Elementary School is ranked #408 out of 1,233 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?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% 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?
632 students attend Perry Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Perry Creek Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 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 17:1, 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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