For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 234 students in Sioux Rapids, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Sioux Rapids, IA is Sioux Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sioux Rapids, IA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Sioux Rapids have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Sioux Rapids, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sioux Central Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4440 U.s. Hwy 71
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Sioux Rapids, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Buffalo Ridge Charter School (Closed 2009)
Charter School
4440 U.s. Hwy 71
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
(712) 283-2571
Gr: 1-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Sioux Rapids, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Sioux Rapids, IA include Sioux Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Sioux Rapids?
1 public preschools are located in Sioux Rapids.
What is the racial composition of students in Sioux Rapids?
Sioux Rapids public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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