Turtle Mountain Elementary School serves 541 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Math Proficiency: 4%
- Reading Proficiency: 8%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turtle Mountain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Turtle Mountain Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Turtle Mountain Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
22%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
How many students attend Turtle Mountain Elementary School?
541 students attend Turtle Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Turtle Mountain Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turtle Mountain Elementary School?
Turtle Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Turtle Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Turtle Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Turtle Mountain Elementary School part of?
Turtle Mountain Elementary School is part of Turtle Mountain Elementary School District.
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