Below Average
#399 of 451 schools in ND
Based on limited data
Turtle Mountain Elementary School
Elementary School · Turtle Mountain Elementary School
PO Box 440, Belcourt, ND 58316
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on ND statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Dakota schools
#399 of 451
In Belcourt
#3 of 6
public schools
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Turtle Mountain Elementary School
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About Turtle Mountain Elementary School
Turtle Mountain Elementary School is a public elementary school in Belcourt, ND, part of Turtle Mountain Elementary School. Turtle Mountain Elementary School serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Turtle Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #399 of 451 schools in ND.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- ND avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Turtle Mountain Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Turtle Mountain Elementary School Compares
See how Turtle Mountain Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 440, Belcourt, ND 58316
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Turtle Mountain Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAINT JOHN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Saint John), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunseith Day School (rated 6.5/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Dunseith), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MT PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Rolla), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belcourt, see our Belcourt schools guide .
Nearby Schools
19 within 35.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belcourt | 0.0 mi | 3.3 |
| TINY TURTLES PRESCHOOL Belcourt | 0.2 mi | — |
| Turtle Mountain Middle School Belcourt | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Belcourt | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| TURTLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Belcourt | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Turtle Mountain High School Belcourt | 0.4 mi | — |
| Ojibwa Indian School Belcourt | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| SAINT JOHN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint John | 7.0 mi | 6.5 |
| SAINT JOHN HIGH SCHOOL Saint John | 7.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MT PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rolla | 6.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MT PLEASANT HIGH SCHOOL Rolla | 6.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ROLETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rolette | 13.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ROLETTE HIGH SCHOOL Rolette | 13.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Dunseith Day School Dunseith | 14.1 mi | 6.5 |
| DUNSEITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dunseith | 14.7 mi | 4.0 |
| DUNSEITH HIGH SCHOOL Dunseith | 14.8 mi | 5.1 |
| LITTLE FLOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rugby | 34.7 mi | 4.5 |
| RUGBY ELY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rugby | 34.7 mi | 5.1 |
| RUGBY HIGH SCHOOL Rugby | 35.2 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,611
Median Home Value
$82,300
Median Rent
$467/mo
Population
5,902
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
63%
Poverty Rate
27.7%
Median Age
26.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo, ND | 4.2 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mandan, ND | 4.2 |
| CENTURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grafton, ND | 4.3 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo, ND | 4.1 |
| DOROTHY MOSES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck, ND | 4.4 |
| WILKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston, ND | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Turtle Mountain Elementary School
What grades does Turtle Mountain Elementary School serve?
Turtle Mountain Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Turtle Mountain Elementary School?
Turtle Mountain Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Turtle Mountain Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Turtle Mountain Elementary School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Turtle Mountain Elementary School rank in ND?
Turtle Mountain Elementary School ranks #399 of 451 schools in ND.
What is Turtle Mountain Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Turtle Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Turtle Mountain Elementary School a charter school?
No, Turtle Mountain Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Turtle Mountain Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Turtle Mountain Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Turtle Mountain Elementary School?
99.4% of students at Turtle Mountain Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 514
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Rolette County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (701) 477-6471
Resources & Links
District
Turtle Mountain Elementary School- District Enrollment
- 514
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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