PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the BILLINGS CO 1 school district, located in Belfield, ND with about 38 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 5 teachers, PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Belfield, North Dakota, serves as a primary educational pillar for the Billings County School District. As a small-town institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and close-knit learning environment that focuses on the academic and personal growth of its young students. By emphasizing foundational skills and community values, the school plays a vital role in preparing children in the Belfield area for their future educational endeavors.

The school operates under the umbrella of the Billings County School District, which prioritizes accessible public education for the rural community. Through their official website, families can stay informed about district-wide initiatives, school calendars, and administrative resources. Prairie Elementary remains committed to maintaining high educational standards while utilizing the unique benefits of a smaller school setting to ensure that every student receives individualized attention within a safe and engaging atmosphere.

For more information, contact PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (701) 575-4773 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12793 20th St
Belfield, ND 58622
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PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Belfield, ND with about 38 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Dakota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
District:
BILLINGS CO 1
Total Students:
38
Teachers:
5.6
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 38 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.

White
92.1%
Hispanic/Latino
7.9%

Female
52.6%
Male
47.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.