TAPPEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

TAPPEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the KIDDER COUNTY 1 school district, located in Tappen, ND with about 46 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, TAPPEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

TAPPEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is located in the small community of Tappen, North Dakota, and serves as a key educational institution within the Kidder County School District. As a rural school, it provides foundational primary education to students in the area, emphasizing a close-knit learning environment typical of small-town school districts. By operating under the umbrella of the Kidder County school system, the school is integrated into a broader administrative framework that supports local academic initiatives and extracurricular opportunities for students in the region.

The school’s focus centers on providing core academic instruction tailored to the needs of its student body while maintaining the values of a supportive community school. Through its connection to the official district website, Tappen Elementary communicates essential resources, policies, and updates to families and community members. Overall, the school plays a vital role in the social and intellectual development of children in Tappen, functioning as an essential pillar of the Kidder County educational community.

For more information, contact TAPPEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (701) 327-4256 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.