NORFELD COLONY ELEMENTARY - 07

Norfeld Colony Elementary - 07 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Deubrook Area School District 05-6 school district, located in White, SD with about 22 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 2 teachers, Norfeld Colony Elementary - 07 has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Norfeld Colony Elementary, located in White, South Dakota, is a unique educational facility that operates as part of the Deubrook Area School District. As a "colony school," it serves students residing within the local Hutterite colony, providing a specialized academic environment tailored to the needs of the community while adhering to the curriculum standards of the broader district. The school focuses on delivering essential core subjects, fostering basic literacy and numeracy, and supporting the educational development of children within the colony setting.

Because it functions as a satellite of the Deubrook Area School District, Norfeld Colony Elementary benefits from the administrative resources and pedagogical oversight of the larger district while maintaining its distinct local identity. The school reflects the district’s commitment to accessibility and inclusive education, ensuring that students in remote or community-specific settings receive the instruction necessary to meet state educational requirements. For those seeking information regarding school policies, district news, or contact details, the official Deubrook Area School District website serves as the primary resource for the colony school.

For more information, contact Norfeld Colony Elementary - 07 at (605) 794-1152 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.