East Middle School vs Sunnyside Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 294 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Middle School
Sioux City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,076 students
Sunnyside Elementary School
Sioux City · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
244 students
| Measure | East Middle School Sioux City, Iowa | Sunnyside Elementary School Sioux City, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #196 of 239 | #176 of 654 |
| National rank | #4940 of 15,369 | #3978 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 1,076 | 244 |
| Enrollment | 1,076 | 244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.5% | 34.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 90% |
| city | Sioux City | Sioux City |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sunnyside Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.9 vs 62.4).
- •Sunnyside Elementary School does better on math proficiency (90% vs 62%).
- •Sunnyside Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 59%).
- •Sunnyside Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.8% vs 62.5%).
- •East Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.4).
- •East Middle School is the larger school with 1,076 students compared with 244.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is East Middle School better than Sunnyside Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Sunnyside Elementary School ranks higher (81.9 vs 62.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are East Middle School and Sunnyside Elementary School?
About 294 m in a straight line, between Sioux City and Sioux City in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Middle School: 1,076. Sunnyside Elementary School: 244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Middle School and Sunnyside Elementary School rank in Iowa?
East Middle School is 196th of 239 and Sunnyside Elementary School is 176th of 654 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).