DAKOTA VALLEY UPPER ELEMENTARY - 04

Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Dakota Valley School District 61-8 school district, located in North Sioux City, SD with about 213 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade 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 16 teachers, Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Dakota Valley Upper Elementary, located in North Sioux City, South Dakota, serves as a vital component of the Dakota Valley School District. The school is specifically dedicated to supporting the academic and social development of students in the upper elementary grades. By focusing on this targeted age range, the institution emphasizes a curriculum designed to bridge the gap between foundational primary education and the more complex expectations of middle school, helping students build essential study habits and critical thinking skills.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive and community-oriented environment. As part of the broader Dakota Valley district, the Upper Elementary school benefits from a commitment to excellence and localized engagement. The administration and faculty work to maintain a positive school culture, utilizing their official website to keep parents and the community informed about district policies, extracurricular activities, and important academic updates.

For more information, contact Dakota Valley Upper Elementary - 04 at (605) 422-3830 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.