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4 schools in North Sioux City

South Dakota · Public K-12

Public K-12 schools in North Sioux City number 4, teaching approximately 1,341 South Dakota students, an average of 335 per campus.

7-year change in North Sioux City

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,341
+41 (+3%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
76%
was 85%
% Hispanic
11%
was 6%
% Black
2%
was 2%
% Asian
3%
was 2%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Dakota Valley Elementary - 02ElementaryKG-03386
Dakota Valley High School - 01High09-12431
Dakota Valley Middle School - 03Middle06-08345
Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04Elementary04-05179

About North Sioux City

North Sioux City is a small South Dakota city in terms of public-school footprint, with 4 schools and 1,341 students total.

In terms of grade levels, the city comprises 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 335, noticeably above the state mean of about 208.

Over the past 7-year window. Total public-school enrollment in North Sioux City has grew 3% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,300 students to 1,341. On the demographic side, White enrollment moved from 85% to 76% over the same window.

In the discussion threads here, the community for North Sioux City discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in North Sioux City?
North Sioux City, South Dakota has 4 public K-12 schools serving approximately 1,341 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in North Sioux City?
North Sioux City has 2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in North Sioux City?
Dakota Valley High School - 01 is the largest public school in North Sioux City by enrollment, with approximately 431 students.
What school districts serve North Sioux City?
North Sioux City public schools are operated by Dakota Valley School District 61-8.
What grade levels do public schools in North Sioux City cover?
Public schools in North Sioux City serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.