VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GRAND FORKS 1 school district, located in Grand Forks, ND with about 319 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 23 teachers, VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, is a community-focused public school serving students in the Grand Forks Public Schools district. The school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of strong character among its student body. As a neighborhood school, Viking emphasizes the importance of community partnerships, regularly engaging families and local stakeholders to create a collaborative atmosphere that enhances the overall learning experience.

Academically, Viking Elementary adheres to the standards of the Grand Forks district, offering a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects like literacy and mathematics with opportunities for creative and physical development. The school’s faculty is committed to data-driven instruction and differentiated learning strategies, ensuring that students of varying backgrounds and abilities receive the support they need to succeed. With a focus on preparing students for future educational transitions, Viking Elementary remains dedicated to equipping its young learners with the essential skills and values necessary for long-term academic and personal success.

For more information, contact VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (701) 746-2300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

809 22nd Ave S
Grand Forks, ND 58201
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VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Grand Forks, ND with about 319 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Dakota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
District:
GRAND FORKS 1
Total Students:
319
Teachers:
23.8
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
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th 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 319 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending VIKING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
74.3%
Black or African American
7.8%
Hispanic/Latino
7.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
5.6%
Two or more races
2.8%
Asian
1.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

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.