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.
Grand Forks, ND 58201
(701) 787-4359
http://www.gfschools.org
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
- 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
* 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.
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.