Serving 760 students in grades 6-8, South Sioux City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Sioux City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Sioux City Middle School's student population of 760 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
760 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Sioux City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Sioux City Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#708 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
64%
22%
Black
10%
7%
White
16%
62%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Sioux City Middle School's ranking?
South Sioux City Middle School is ranked #708 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend South Sioux City Middle School?
760 students attend South Sioux City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of South Sioux City Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Sioux City Middle School?
South Sioux City Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Sioux City Middle School offer ?
South Sioux City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Sioux City Middle School part of?
South Sioux City Middle School is part of So Sioux City Community Schools School District.
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