CENTURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CENTURY 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 449 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 33 teachers, CENTURY 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.

CENTURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, serving students as part of the Grand Forks Public Schools district. Situated on 17th Avenue South, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is committed to providing a foundational educational experience for elementary-aged children. The school’s mission aligns with the district's broader goals of fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and a supportive learning environment for a diverse student body.

As part of the Grand Forks school system, Century Elementary emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academics with social-emotional development. The school prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships with parents and community members to ensure that students are well-prepared for their future academic endeavors. Families interested in enrollment, school calendars, or specific academic programs can find extensive resources and updates through the district’s official website at http://www.gfschools.org.

For more information, contact CENTURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (701) 746-2440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3351 17th Ave S
Grand Forks, ND 58201
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CENTURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Grand Forks, ND with about 449 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:
449
Teachers:
33.2
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 449 students

White
56.8%
Black or African American
21.8%
Asian
8.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
6.9%
Hispanic/Latino
4.0%
Two or more races
1.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
52.8%
Male
47.2%

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.