DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the GRAND FORKS 1 school district, located in Grand Forks, ND with about 495 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 34 teachers, DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 3300 43rd Ave S in Grand Forks, North Dakota, is a prominent institution within the Grand Forks Public Schools district. Serving a diverse community of young learners, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging educational environment. Its curriculum emphasizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of critical thinking skills, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to middle school and beyond.

The school is characterized by a strong sense of community and a commitment to collaborative learning. Through the utilization of modern educational resources and a focus on inclusive practices, Discovery Elementary strives to meet the individual needs of every student. By maintaining a strong partnership between educators, families, and the wider Grand Forks community, the school works to create a well-rounded academic experience that encourages students to become curious, lifelong learners.

For more information, contact DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (701) 787-4359 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3300 43rd Ave S
Grand Forks, ND 58201
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DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Grand Forks, ND with about 495 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:
495
Teachers:
34.81
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

* 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 495 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.

White
83.8%
Black or African American
5.1%
Asian
3.2%
Hispanic/Latino
2.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.6%
Two or more races
2.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
45.9%
Male
54.1%

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.