TWIN BUTTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

TWIN BUTTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the TWIN BUTTES 37 school district, located in Halliday, ND with about 50 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 7 teachers, TWIN BUTTES 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.

TWIN BUTTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a small, rural public school located in Halliday, North Dakota, serving students within the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara (MHA) Nation. As a K-8 institution, the school places a strong emphasis on integrating Indigenous culture and language into its academic curriculum. By fostering a close-knit environment, the school seeks to provide personalized attention to its students, ensuring that both their educational and cultural needs are addressed within a supportive, community-centered framework.

The school operates with a focus on preparing students for future academic success while maintaining deep ties to the local community. Because of its location on the Fort Berthold Reservation, Twin Buttes Elementary serves as a vital hub for cultural preservation, often incorporating traditional values and community involvement into daily school life. Through its commitment to high academic standards and student well-being, the school strives to empower its youth to become lifelong learners who are grounded in their heritage.

For more information, contact TWIN BUTTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (701) 938-4396 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.