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Sidney Elementary School

1004 Illinois St
Sidney, IA 51652
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sidney Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 268 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 30% in IA
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sidney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Sidney Elementary School's student population of 268 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
We Hold Tomorrow In Our Hands

School Rankings

Sidney Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sidney Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#360 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
80-84%
68%
70-74%
70%
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sidney Elementary School's ranking?
Sidney Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Sidney Elementary School?
268 students attend Sidney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Sidney Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sidney Elementary School?
Sidney Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sidney Elementary School offer ?
Sidney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sidney Elementary School part of?
Sidney Elementary School is part of Sidney Community School District.

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Date
Seniors Last Day
May 14, 2026 (Thursday)

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 268 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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