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Leeds Elementary School

3919 Jefferson St
Sioux City, IA 51108
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leeds Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 609 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50% in IA
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • : 62% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Leeds Elementary School's student population of 609 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Leeds Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leeds Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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)
#925 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
66%
68%
62%
70%
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
35%
13%
Black
8%
7%
White
47%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Leeds Elementary School's ranking?
Leeds Elementary School is ranked #925 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Leeds Elementary School?
609 students attend Leeds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Leeds Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leeds Elementary School?
Leeds Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leeds Elementary School offer ?
Leeds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leeds Elementary School part of?
Leeds Elementary School is part of Sioux City Community School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 609 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • : 62% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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