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Sunnyside Elementary School

2700 S Maple St
Sioux City, IA 51106
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 249 students in grades 3-5, Sunnyside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 249 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20% in IA
  • : 89% (Top 5%)
  • : 80% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sunnyside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

Sunnyside Elementary School's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Sunnyside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyside Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (IA)
#125 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
89%
68%
80%
70%
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
13%
Black
6%
7%
White
69%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.50
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sunnyside Elementary School's ranking?
Sunnyside Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Sunnyside Elementary School often compared to?
Sunnyside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Sunnyside Elementary School?
249 students attend Sunnyside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sunnyside Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunnyside Elementary School?
Sunnyside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sunnyside Elementary School offer ?
Sunnyside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sunnyside Elementary School part of?
Sunnyside Elementary School is part of Sioux City Comm School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 249 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 89% (Top 5%)
  • : 80% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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