📊 What this ranking measures
Rankings are based on academic achievement — the share of students scoring proficient or above on state reading and math assessments (ISASP 2024–25), ranked against other districts in the same state — not on spending, district size, or staffing. See full methodology →
Iowa: 6 Rated Districts
ISASP 2024–25 · percentile among Iowa districts
| Rank in IA | District | District Office | Rating | State Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Lawton-Bronson Community School District | Lawton | 10/10 Excellent | 91st |
| #2 | Westwood Community School District | Sloan | 8/10 Good | 76th |
| #3 | Sergeant Bluff-Luton Community School District | Sergeant Bluff | 8/10 Good | 72nd |
| #4 | Woodbury Central Community School District | Moville | 8/10 Good | 71st |
| #5 | Sioux City Community School District | Sioux City | 2/10 Poor | 13th |
| #6 | River Valley Community School District | Correctionville | 2/10 Poor | 12th |
South Dakota: 4 Rated Districts
EDFacts 2021–22 · percentile among South Dakota districts
| Rank in SD | District | District Office | Rating | State Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dakota Valley School District 61-8 | North Sioux City | 8/10 Good | 74th |
| #2 | Alcester-Hudson School District 61-1 | Alcester | 5/10 Average | 45th |
| #3 | Elk Point-Jefferson School District 61-7 | Elk Point | 4/10 Below Average | 39th |
| #4 | Beresford School District 61-2 | Beresford | 4/10 Below Average | 33rd |
Nebraska: 2 Rated Districts
EDFacts 2021–22 · percentile among Nebraska districts
| Rank in NE | District | District Office | Rating | State Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Homer Community Schools | Homer | 5/10 Average | 42nd |
| #2 | South Sioux City Community Schools | So Sioux City | 2/10 Poor | 15th |
Best School Districts in the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD Metro Area (2026)
This metro area crosses state lines, so it is shown as one table per state. Each state rates its districts on its own test, and a 9/10 in one state is not comparable with a 9/10 in another.
Counties are assigned to metropolitan areas using the U.S. Census Bureau's 2023 delineation, and each district is placed in the county of its NCES directory listing. Ratings come from ISASP 2024–25 (Iowa); EDFacts 2021–22 (South Dakota); EDFacts 2021–22 (Nebraska) and are percentile-ranked within the district's own state. Always confirm your assignment by address.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best-rated school district in the Iowa part of the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD metro area? ▼
Among the 6 rated districts in the Iowa part of the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD metro area, the highest-rated is Lawton-Bronson Community School District (Lawton), rated 10/10 (Excellent) and in the 91st percentile of Iowa districts on ISASP 2024–25 reading and math proficiency.
What is the best-rated school district in the South Dakota part of the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD metro area? ▼
Among the 4 rated districts in the South Dakota part of the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD metro area, the highest-rated is Dakota Valley School District 61-8 (North Sioux City), rated 8/10 (Good) and in the 74th percentile of South Dakota districts on EDFacts 2021–22 reading and math proficiency.
What is the best-rated school district in the Nebraska part of the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD metro area? ▼
Among the 2 rated districts in the Nebraska part of the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD metro area, the highest-rated is Homer Community Schools (Homer), rated 5/10 (Average) and in the 42nd percentile of Nebraska districts on EDFacts 2021–22 reading and math proficiency.
Can I compare districts across state lines here? ▼
No. Each state uses its own assessment, so ratings and percentiles are only comparable among districts in the same state. Full methodology here.