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#772 of 1,280 schools in IA
Spalding Park Elementary
Elementary School · Sioux City Comm School District
4101 Stone Avenue, Sioux City, IA 51106
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#772 of 1,280
In Sioux City
#12 of 20
public schools
In district
#12 of 20
Sioux City Comm School District
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Spalding Park Elementary
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About Spalding Park Elementary
Spalding Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Sioux City, IA, part of Sioux City Comm School District. Spalding Park Elementary serves approximately 663 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Spalding Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #772 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Spalding Park Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Spalding Park Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Spalding Park Elementary — Students at Spalding Park Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 29 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: 6.2/10.
How Spalding Park Elementary Compares
See how Spalding Park Elementary 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
4101 Stone Avenue, Sioux City, IA 51106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spalding Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunnyside Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby So Sioux City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby So Sioux City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sioux City, see our Sioux City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MATER DEI SCHOOL Sioux City | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Morningside Elementary Sioux City | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Sunnyside Elementary School Sioux City | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SIOUXLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sioux City | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| East Middle School Sioux City | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MATER DEI SCHOOL NATIVITY CENTER Sioux City | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Unity Elementary School Sioux City | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| East High School Sioux City | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Nodland Elementary School Sioux City | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Irving Preschool Sioux City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Irving Elementary School Sioux City | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux City | 2.5 mi | — |
| CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| BOYS & GIRLS HOME FAMILY SERVICES Sioux City | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| E N SWETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City | 2.8 mi | 3.4 |
| SOUTH SIOUX HIGH SCHOOL So Sioux City | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| SOUTH SIOUX CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL So Sioux City | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| COVINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City | 3.0 mi | 4.4 |
| BISHOP HEELAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sioux City | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Anderson Elementary School Bondurant, IA | 6.0 |
| Buford Garner Elementary North Liberty, IA | 6.0 |
| Demoney Elementary Estherville, IA | 6.0 |
| Garton Elementary Des Moines, IA | 6.0 |
| Southeast Elementary School Ankeny, IA | 6.0 |
| Timber Ridge Elementary Johnston, IA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spalding Park Elementary
What grades does Spalding Park Elementary serve?
Spalding Park Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Spalding Park Elementary?
Spalding Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 663 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spalding Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Spalding Park Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spalding Park Elementary rank in IA?
Spalding Park Elementary ranks #772 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Spalding Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Spalding Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Spalding Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spalding Park Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
Is Spalding Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Spalding Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spalding Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Spalding Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spalding Park Elementary?
68.2% of students at Spalding Park Elementary 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
- 663
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Woodbury County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (712) 274-4043
Resources & Links
District
Sioux City Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 14,661
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,117
- District Rank
- #12 of 20
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