WHITE SHIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
WHITE SHIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WHITE SHIELD 85 school district, located in White Shield, ND with about 88 students offering grade levels from 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 15 teachers, WHITE SHIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.
WHITE SHIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is located in White Shield, North Dakota, and serves as a vital educational hub within the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation. As part of the White Shield School District, the institution is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a curriculum that reflects the unique cultural heritage and values of the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara Nation. The school is committed to providing a supportive learning environment that fosters academic growth while honoring the traditions and identity of its students.
The school focuses on delivering a comprehensive elementary education that balances core academic subjects—such as reading, mathematics, and science—with enrichment opportunities that prepare students for future success. By maintaining a connection to the local community, White Shield Elementary strives to empower its youth through personalized attention and an inclusive atmosphere. For those seeking detailed information regarding school calendars, district policies, or specific programs, the school maintains an official online presence at [http://www.white-shield.k12.nd.us/](http://www.white-shield.k12.nd.us/).
For more information, contact WHITE SHIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (701) 743-4350 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
White Shield, ND 58775
(701) 743-4350
WHITE SHIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in White Shield, ND with about 88 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Dakota
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- WHITE SHIELD 85
- Total Students:
- 88
- Teachers:
- 15.95
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Provision 2
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide 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 88 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WHITE SHIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly American Indian or Alaska Native, representing about 94% of the student body.
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 94.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.3%
- Two or more races
- 2.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.1%
- Female
- 45.5%
- Male
- 54.5%
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.