WHITE SHIELD HIGH SCHOOL

WHITE SHIELD HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the WHITE SHIELD 85 school district, located in White Shield, ND with about 50 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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, WHITE SHIELD HIGH 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.

WHITE SHIELD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school located in White Shield, North Dakota, serving as a critical educational hub for the local community and the surrounding Fort Berthold Reservation. As part of the White Shield School District, the institution is deeply rooted in the culture and heritage of the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara (MHA) Nation. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, striving to balance rigorous academic standards with the preservation and promotion of Indigenous traditions, values, and language.

The school community is characterized by its small, close-knit environment, which allows for personalized attention and strong student-teacher relationships. In addition to core academic offerings, WHITE SHIELD HIGH SCHOOL provides various extracurricular opportunities and community-focused programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. By fostering a supportive and culturally responsive atmosphere, the school aims to empower its students to become leaders who are proud of their identity and prepared to contribute meaningfully to both their tribal nation and the broader global society.

For more information, contact WHITE SHIELD HIGH 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.