GERTIE BELLE ROGERS ELEMENTARY - 04

Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mitchell School District 17-2 school district, located in Mitchell, SD with about 424 students offering grade levels from 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 28 teachers, Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary is a public school located in Mitchell, South Dakota, serving students as part of the Mitchell School District. Situated at 1301 N Kimball St, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages academic growth, character development, and community engagement. As part of a smaller-city school system, the institution focuses on providing personalized attention to its elementary-age population, ensuring that students receive a strong foundational education in core subjects while participating in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Mitchell School District, which emphasizes preparing students for future success through a blend of rigorous academics and extracurricular opportunities. Families and community members can access ongoing updates regarding school programs, events, and educational resources through the district’s official website at http://www.mitchellschools.org. By prioritizing effective communication and a collaborative partnership between staff, parents, and students, Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary strives to maintain a positive educational experience that meets the needs of the local Mitchell community.

For more information, contact Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 at (605) 995-3091 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1301 N Kimball St
Mitchell, SD 57301
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GERTIE BELLE ROGERS ELEMENTARY - 04 is a public Title I school in Mitchell, SD with about 424 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in South Dakota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
424
Teachers:
28.6
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:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 424 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GERTIE BELLE ROGERS ELEMENTARY - 04 is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.

White
80.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
11.3%
Hispanic/Latino
4.2%
Two or more races
1.9%
Black or African American
1.2%
Asian
0.5%

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%

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.