Serving 634 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School's student population of 634 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turtle Mountain Community 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#450 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School's ranking?
Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School is ranked #450 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
How many students attend Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School?
634 students attend Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School?
Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School offer ?
Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School part of?
Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School is part of Belcourt 7 School District.
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