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#353 of 574 schools in SD

Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04

Elementary School · Dakota Valley School District 61-8

1150 Northshore Dr, North Sioux City, SD 57049

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

206

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

4th – 5th

Enrollment

206

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#353 of 574

In North Sioux City

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Dakota Valley School District 61-8

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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About Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04

Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 is a public elementary school in North Sioux City, SD, part of Dakota Valley School District 61-8. Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #353 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
District avg 6.8
SD avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress4.5Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data13

Annual Change-3.25 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics6.8Average30%

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

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Math Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

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

vs. Expected-0.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile54th

Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$11,120

Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 — Students at Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 62.8% (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

82%

ELA

77%

2010

Math

82%

ELA

87%

2011

Math

82%

ELA

87%

2012

Math

77%

ELA

82%

2014

Math

42%

ELA

52%

2015

Math

47%

ELA

62%

2016

Math

49%

ELA

56%

2017

Math

50%

ELA

55%

2018

Math

46%

ELA

50%

2019

Math

46%

ELA

50%

2020*

Math

42%

ELA

50%

2021*

Math

42%

ELA

50%

2022

Math

43%

ELA

58%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 Compares

See how Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.7/10

39th percentile in SD

Academic

6.8/10

Average

Growth

4.5/10

Below Average

Environment

7.2/10

Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

18%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

15 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

9.7%

Location

1150 Northshore Dr, North Sioux City, SD 57049

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Sioux City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Sioux City), which scores notably higher. 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	0.0 mi	459	6.9
Dakota Valley Middle School - 03 North Sioux City	0.0 mi	341	6.4
Dakota Valley Elementary - 02 North Sioux City	0.1 mi	380	7.9
Riverside Elementary School Sioux City	3.3 mi	243	7.5
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Sioux City	3.4 mi	339	9.0
West Middle School Sioux City	4.6 mi	854	6.0
West High School Sioux City	4.8 mi	1,308	3.2
Loess Hills Elementary Sioux City	5.0 mi	585	6.3
JACKSON ELEMENTARY Jackson	7.1 mi	120	7.2
Liberty Elementary School Sioux City	5.8 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	7.3 mi	230	5.5
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL South Sioux City	7.6 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 Upper Elementary - 04

What grades does Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 serve?

Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04?

Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 has an enrollment of approximately 206 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04?

The student-teacher ratio at Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 rank in SD?

Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 ranks #353 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04's MySchoolScout rating?

Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Upper Elementary - 04?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 a charter school?

No, Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 a Title I school?

No, Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04?

18.4% of students at Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.