Very Good

#103 of 574 schools in SD

Top 18% in state

Dakota Valley Elementary - 02

Elementary School · Dakota Valley School District 61-8

1150 Northshore Dr, North Sioux City, SD 57049

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#103 of 574

In North Sioux City

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Dakota Valley School District 61-8

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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About Dakota Valley Elementary - 02

Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 is a public elementary school in North Sioux City, SD, part of Dakota Valley School District 61-8. Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district

7.9

This school 7.9 · Very Good
District avg 6.8
SD avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.3Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-2.06 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics8.3Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+8.2 pts

Adjusted Percentile74th

Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,120

Chronic Absenteeism5%

Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 — Students at Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 69.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2010

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2011

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2012

Math

82%

ELA

77%

2014

Math

60%

ELA

52%

2015

Math

62%

ELA

60%

2016

Math

67%

ELA

62%

2017

Math

77%

ELA

62%

2018

Math

72%

ELA

67%

2019

Math

72%

ELA

67%

2020*

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2021*

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2022

Math

62%

ELA

57%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 Compares

See how Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.9/10

82th percentile in SD

Academic

8.3/10

Excellent

Growth

7.3/10

Very Good

Environment

8.7/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

17%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

31 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

5.0%

Location

1150 Northshore Dr, North Sioux City, SD 57049

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Sioux City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverside Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Sioux City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hunt Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Sioux City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Sioux City, see our North Sioux City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Dakota Valley High School - 01 North Sioux City	0.1 mi	459	6.9
Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 North Sioux City	0.1 mi	341	6.4
Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 North Sioux City	0.1 mi	206	5.7
Riverside Elementary School Sioux City	3.3 mi	243	7.5
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Sioux City	3.3 mi	339	9.0
West Middle School Sioux City	4.6 mi	854	6.0
West High School Sioux City	4.7 mi	1,308	3.2
Loess Hills Elementary Sioux City	5.0 mi	585	6.3
JACKSON ELEMENTARY Jackson	7.0 mi	120	7.2
Liberty Elementary School Sioux City	5.7 mi	632	7.2
Hunt Elementary School Sioux City	5.7 mi	423	7.4
Perry Creek Elementary School Sioux City	5.9 mi	632	7.0
Clark Early Childhood Center Sioux City	6.0 mi	72	6.1
BISHOP HEELAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Sioux City	6.6 mi	1,447	6.0
BISHOP HEELAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sioux City	6.7 mi	499	6.4
Bryant Elementary School Sioux City	6.6 mi	564	5.6
LEWIS & CLARK ELEMENTARY SCH So Sioux City	7.2 mi	230	5.5
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL South Sioux City	7.5 mi	162	6.2
BOYS & GIRLS HOME FAMILY SERVICES Sioux City	7.0 mi	43	7.4
North High School Sioux City	6.9 mi	1,660	3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57049 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,239

Median Home Value

$406,300

Median Rent

$1,160/mo

Population

7,814

College Educated

45.4%

Homeownership

60.7%

Avg Commute

13.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

39.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dakota Valley Elementary - 02

What grades does Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 serve?

Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Dakota Valley Elementary - 02?

Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dakota Valley Elementary - 02?

The student-teacher ratio at Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 rank in SD?

Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 ranks #103 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Dakota Valley Elementary - 02's MySchoolScout rating?

Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Dakota Valley Elementary - 02?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 a charter school?

No, Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 a Title I school?

No, Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dakota Valley Elementary - 02?

17.4% of students at Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.