Turtle Mountain Elementary School serves 514 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Math Proficiency: 7%
- Reading Proficiency: 16%
- Science Proficiency: 20-24%
- 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:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Turtle Mountain Elementary School's student population of 514 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 74% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
514 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Turtle Mountain Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
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American Indian
100%
11%
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Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
26%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Turtle Mountain Elementary School?
514 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 20:1, which is higher 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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