Very Good
#373 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 29% in state
Riverside Elementary School
Elementary School · Sioux City Comm School District
2220 Nash, Sioux City, IA 51109
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#373 of 1,280
In Sioux City
#2 of 20
public schools
In district
#2 of 20
Sioux City Comm School District
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Riverside Elementary School
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About Riverside Elementary School
Riverside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sioux City, IA, part of Sioux City Comm School District. Riverside Elementary School serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #373 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Riverside Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Riverside Elementary School — Students at Riverside Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 6.6/10.
How Riverside Elementary School Compares
See how Riverside 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
2220 Nash, Sioux City, IA 51109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby North Sioux City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hunt Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sioux City, see our Sioux City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,750
Median Home Value
$120,400
Median Rent
$916/mo
Population
3,731
College Educated
3%
Homeownership
84.8%
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Center Point-Urbana Intermediate School Center Point, IA | 7.5 |
| Collins-Maxwell Elementary School Collins, IA | 7.5 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Iowa City, IA | 7.5 |
| North Elementary School Leon, IA | 7.5 |
| Pleasant View Elementary School Webster City, IA | 7.5 |
| RRMR Elementary School Rockford, IA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside Elementary School
What grades does Riverside Elementary School serve?
Riverside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverside Elementary School rank in IA?
Riverside Elementary School ranks #373 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Riverside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Riverside Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Riverside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Riverside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Riverside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverside Elementary School?
73.7% of students at Riverside 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 243
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Woodbury County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (712) 279-6811
Resources & Links
District
Sioux City Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 14,661
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,117
- District Rank
- #2 of 20
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