CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SO SIOUX CITY COMMUNITY SCHS school district, located in SO SIOUX CITY, NE with about 411 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 820 E 29th Street in South Sioux City, Nebraska, serves as a key educational institution within the South Sioux City Community School District. As an elementary school, it focuses on providing a foundational academic experience for young students, typically covering grades K-5. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and personal development, aiming to prepare students for their future academic careers within the district.

The school plays an integral role in the diverse South Sioux City community, often reflecting the district’s commitment to inclusivity and student-centered growth. Cardinal Elementary typically offers a variety of programs designed to meet the academic and social-emotional needs of its student body, often incorporating modern educational resources and community-based initiatives. By prioritizing collaboration between staff, parents, and students, the school strives to create a safe and engaging atmosphere that encourages curiosity and academic success for all children in the area.

For more information, contact CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (402) 494-1662 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

820 E 29TH STREET
SO SIOUX CITY, NE 68776-3345
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CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SO SIOUX CITY, NE with about 411 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
411
Teachers:
33.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 411 students

Hispanic/Latino
64.5%
White
19.0%
Asian
4.9%
Black or African American
4.4%
Two or more races
3.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
3.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

Female
45.5%
Male
54.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.