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#3 of 157 private schools in IA

Top 1% of private schools

Siouxland Christian School

School

6000 GORDON DR, Sioux City, IA 51106

Private

Enrollment

281

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Iowa private schools

#3 of 157

In Sioux City

#2 of 7

public schools

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Siouxland Christian School

8.6/10

School in Sioux City · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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About Siouxland Christian School

Siouxland Christian School is a private school in Sioux City, IA. Siouxland Christian School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Siouxland Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Siouxland Christian School show 70% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares2.3 pts above IA schools
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • IA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Siouxland Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Siouxland Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Siouxland Christian School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Sioux City, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
This School
vs
14.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
281
This School
vs
684
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.6
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 6% vs 0%
Black 5% vs 0%
Asian 1.4% vs 0%
Siouxland Christian School Sioux City Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Siouxland Christian School (this school) 8.6
Sunnyside Elementary School 8.0
East Middle School 7.2
Spalding Park Elementary 6.0
East High School 4.0
Morningside Elementary 6.4
Nodland Elementary School 5.8
Unity Elementary School 4.1
Irving Preschool
Irving Elementary School 5.2
Leeds Elementary School 7.4
Bryant Elementary School 5.6
North Middle School 5.8
Liberty Elementary School 7.2
Hunt Elementary School 7.4
North High School 3.0
Perry Creek Elementary School 7.0
Clark Early Childhood Center 6.1
Loess Hills Elementary 6.3
West High School 3.2
West Middle School 6.0

Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Sioux City

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,303.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 27%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 281
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IA

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 70.0% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
71.8% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 81.7% (2025 ISASP)
School
State
74.4% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 21 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.3%
Hispanic 6.0%
Black 5.0%
Two or More 2.5%
Native American 1.8%
Asian 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6000 GORDON DR, Sioux City, IA 51106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Siouxland Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sunnyside Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby So Sioux City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby So Sioux City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sioux City, see our Sioux City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Sunnyside Elementary School Sioux City 1.1 mi 8.0
East Middle School Sioux City 1.1 mi 7.2
East High School Sioux City 1.6 mi 4.0
Nodland Elementary School Sioux City 1.8 mi 5.8
Spalding Park Elementary Sioux City 1.4 mi 6.0
MATER DEI SCHOOL Sioux City 1.6 mi 6.7
Morningside Elementary Sioux City 1.7 mi 6.4
MATER DEI SCHOOL NATIVITY CENTER Sioux City 2.0 mi 7.3
Unity Elementary School Sioux City 3.2 mi 4.1
Irving Preschool Sioux City 3.7 mi
Irving Elementary School Sioux City 3.8 mi 5.2
HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City 3.6 mi 7.4
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux City 3.9 mi
Leeds Elementary School Sioux City 4.8 mi 7.4
CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City 3.9 mi 7.6
BOYS & GIRLS HOME FAMILY SERVICES Sioux City 4.4 mi 7.4
SOUTH SIOUX HIGH SCHOOL So Sioux City 4.1 mi 4.9
SOUTH SIOUX CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL So Sioux City 4.1 mi 7.0
E N SWETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City 4.1 mi 3.4
Sergeant Bluff-Luton Primary School Sergeant Bluff 5.5 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 51106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,486

Median Home Value

$186,300

Median Rent

$1,080/mo

Population

28,381

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

16 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

36

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
JOSHUA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Des Moines, IA 8.2
RIVERMONT COLLEGIATE Bettendorf, IA 8.0
PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Clinton, IA 7.1
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Remsen, IA 7.1
Meskwaki Settlement School Tama, IA

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Siouxland Christian School

What grades does Siouxland Christian School serve?

Siouxland Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Siouxland Christian School?

Siouxland Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Siouxland Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Siouxland Christian School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Siouxland Christian School rank in IA?

Siouxland Christian School ranks #3 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is Siouxland Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Siouxland Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Siouxland Christian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Siouxland Christian School has 70% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Siouxland Christian School a private school?

Yes, Siouxland Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Siouxland Christian School a religious school?

Siouxland Christian School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
281
Gender Split
72% M / 28% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Small City
County
Woodbury County

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