Very Good
#460 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 36% in state
Kinsey Elementary School
Elementary School · Sioux Center Comm School District
550 9th St NE, Sioux Center, IA 51250
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#460 of 1,280
In Sioux Center
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Sioux Center Comm School District
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Kinsey Elementary School
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About Kinsey Elementary School
Kinsey Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sioux Center, IA, part of Sioux Center Comm School District. Kinsey Elementary School serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kinsey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #460 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Kinsey Elementary School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Kinsey Elementary School — Students at Kinsey Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How Kinsey Elementary School Compares
See how Kinsey Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
550 9th St NE, Sioux Center, IA 51250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kinsey Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOC-Floyd Valley Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Orange City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rock Valley Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Rock Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sioux Center Intermediate School (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sioux Center, see our Sioux Center schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,238
Median Home Value
$286,000
Median Rent
$907/mo
Population
9,887
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
76.7%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
29.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lewis & Clark Elementary School Council Bluffs, IA | 7.2 |
| Liberty Elementary School Sioux City, IA | 7.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary Marion, IA | 7.2 |
| PELLA CHRISTIAN GRADE SCHOOL Pella, IA | 7.2 |
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Davenport, IA | 7.2 |
| West Burlington Elem School West Burlington, IA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kinsey Elementary School
What grades does Kinsey Elementary School serve?
Kinsey Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Kinsey Elementary School?
Kinsey Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kinsey Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kinsey Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kinsey Elementary School rank in IA?
Kinsey Elementary School ranks #460 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Kinsey Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kinsey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Kinsey Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kinsey Elementary School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kinsey Elementary School a charter school?
No, Kinsey Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kinsey Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Kinsey Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kinsey Elementary School?
54.7% of students at Kinsey Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Sioux County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (712) 722-1541
Resources & Links
District
Sioux Center Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,728
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,535
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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