TURTLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

TURTLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the BELCOURT 7 school district, located in Belcourt, ND with about 529 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 43 teachers, TURTLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

TURTLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL (TMCHS) is located in Belcourt, North Dakota, and serves the students of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians. As a tribal school, it plays a vital role in the community by integrating rigorous academic standards with the preservation and promotion of Ojibwe culture, language, and heritage. The school is committed to fostering an environment that encourages student success, personal growth, and a strong sense of identity, preparing its graduates for both post-secondary education and the workforce.

The school operates with a focus on student-centered learning and community engagement, emphasizing the importance of traditional values within a modern educational framework. By utilizing its location on the reservation, TMCHS provides unique opportunities for students to connect their academic studies with the history and traditions of their community. Through its dedicated faculty and administration, the school strives to empower its students to become leaders who can contribute positively to their tribe and the broader world.

For more information, contact TURTLE MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL at (701) 477-6471 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.