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Very Good

#209 of 1,280 schools in IA

Top 16% in state

Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School

Elementary School · Sergeant Bluff-Luton Comm School District

201 Port Neal Rd, Sergeant Bluff, IA 51054

Enrollment

373

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

7.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Sergeant Bluff

#1 of 4

public schools

Iowa elementary schools

#143 of 662

In district

#1 of 4

Sergeant Bluff-Luton Comm School District

Equity

8.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School

Sergeant Bluff-Luton Elementary School serves 373 students in grades 3-5 in the mid-size suburb of Sergeant Bluff, Iowa. With 28 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #268 out of 1,288 Iowa elementary schools, placing it in the 79th percentile statewide.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts and reading, with 86% achieving proficiency or above across all grade levels. In mathematics, 68% of students meet or exceed proficiency standards, indicating steady academic achievement with opportunities for continued growth. Located at 201 Port Neal Road, the school serves families in a well-established community where the median household income is $116,111 and median home values reach $267,600.

The surrounding ZIP code of 51054 is home to 5,416 residents, with 38% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of 7.8%. This stable suburban environment in Woodbury County provides a supportive foundation for the school's educational mission.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68%
Reading/ELA Proficiency86%
Math vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.9 pts
Overall Proficiency77%
Expected (poverty-adj.)68%
vs. Expected+8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,750

Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School — Students at Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.7%
School
State
74.6%
ELA Proficiency 81.2%
School
State
72.3%

Based on 13 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
70%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
68%
ELA
86%
2025
Math
72.7%
ELA
82.7%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School Compares

See how Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
84th percentile in IA
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
7.2/10
Above average
Environment
7.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers

Location

201 Port Neal Rd, Sergeant Bluff, IA 51054

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spalding Park Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Sioux City), with a comparable rating. Another option is Sergeant Bluff-Luton Primary School (rated 7.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MATER DEI SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Sioux City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sergeant Bluff, see our Sergeant Bluff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Sergeant Bluff-Luton Primary School Sergeant Bluff 0.2 mi 7.1
Sergeant Bluff-Luton Middle School Sergeant Bluff 0.2 mi 6.4
Sergeant Bluff-Luton Senior High School Sergeant Bluff 0.3 mi 6.0
MATER DEI SCHOOL NATIVITY CENTER Sioux City 3.8 mi 7.3
Nodland Elementary School Sioux City 3.8 mi 4.7
East High School Sioux City 3.9 mi 4.9
East Middle School Sioux City 4.4 mi 7.8
Sunnyside Elementary School Sioux City 4.5 mi 6.4
Morningside Elementary Sioux City 4.6 mi 4.9
DAKOTA CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dakota City 3.6 mi 3.8
SOUTH SIOUX CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL So Sioux City 4.7 mi 5.6
SOUTH SIOUX HIGH SCHOOL So Sioux City 4.9 mi 4.6
CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City 5.0 mi 4.2
MATER DEI SCHOOL Sioux City 5.6 mi 6.7
SIOUXLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sioux City 5.5 mi 8.6
Spalding Park Elementary Sioux City 5.8 mi 7.2
E N SWETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City 5.5 mi 5.6
HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City 5.9 mi 6.7
COVINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City 5.7 mi 3.9
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL South Sioux City 6.2 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 51054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,228

Median Home Value

$292,600

Median Rent

$1,232/mo

Population

5,596

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

75.7%

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

36.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School has a median household income of $121,228. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $292,600, with a median rent of $1,232/month. The local poverty rate of 7.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bloomer Elementary School Council Bluffs, IA 7.7
College View Elementary Council Bluffs, IA 7.7
Edgewood-Colesburg Elementary School Edgewood, IA 7.7
Irving Elementary School Indianola, IA 7.7
Lynnville-Sully Elementary School Sully, IA 7.7
Panorama Elementary Panora, IA 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School

What grades does Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School serve?

Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School?

Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School rank in IA?

Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School is ranked #209 out of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School has 69.7% math proficiency and 81.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School a charter school?

No, Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sergeant Bluff-luton Elementary School?

39.9% of students at Sergeant Bluff-luton 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable
County Safety
Low (92/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Woodbury County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Sergeant Bluff-Luton Comm School District
District Enrollment
1,769
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,330
District Rank
#1 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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