For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,386 students in North Sioux City, SD.
The top ranked public schools in North Sioux City, SD are Dakota Valley High School - 01, Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 and Dakota Valley Middle School - 03. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
North Sioux City, SD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the South Dakota public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in North Sioux City have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of South Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public school average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in North Sioux City, SD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dakota Valley High School - 01
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1150 Northshore Dr
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3820
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3820
Grades: 9-12
| 459 students
Rank: #22.
Dakota Valley Elementary - 02
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
80 Northshore Dr
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3840
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3840
Grades: K-3
| 380 students
Rank: #33.
Dakota Valley Middle School - 03
(Math: 47% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1150 Northshore Dr
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3830
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3830
Grades: 6-8
| 341 students
Rank: #44.
Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1150 Northshore Dr
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3830
North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 422-3830
Grades: 4-5
| 206 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in North Sioux City, SD?
The top ranked public schools in North Sioux City, SD include Dakota Valley High School - 01, Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 and Dakota Valley Middle School - 03.
How many public schools are located in North Sioux City?
4 public schools are located in North Sioux City.
What is the racial composition of students in North Sioux City?
North Sioux City public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public schools average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Which public schools in North Sioux City are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in North Sioux City include: Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 vs. Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04
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