Serving 672 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 13% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School's student population of 672 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1931
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare students for a changing world while preserving our culture and heritage.
Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#437 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
98%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School's ranking?
Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School is ranked #437 out of 449 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School?
672 students attend Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School?
Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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