FOUR WINDS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

School Overview
Four Winds Community High School, located in Fort Totten, North Dakota, serves as a vital educational institution within the Spirit Lake Nation. As part of the Four Winds School District, the school is deeply rooted in the local community, emphasizing a curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with a commitment to the cultural heritage and traditions of the Dakota people. The school strives to provide a supportive environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

In addition to its core academic offerings, Four Winds Community High School focuses on the holistic development of its student body by fostering a sense of community, resilience, and identity. Through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and community-engaged learning initiatives, the school seeks to address the unique needs of its students while promoting leadership and personal growth. By maintaining strong connections between the classroom and the tribal community, the school aims to empower its graduates to become active, capable contributors to both their local community and the broader world.
181
Total Students
19.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FOUR WINDS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White1
Two or More1
American Indian179
  • American Indian
    179 (98.9 %)
  • White
    1 (0.6 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: FT TOTTEN 30
Phone: (701)766-1400
Website: http://www.fourwinds.k12.nd.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 181
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 159
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 49
Grade 10 57
Grade 11 47
Grade 12 28

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for FOUR WINDS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 949
Grade 1057
Grade 1147
Grade 1228
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for FOUR WINDS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female8144.8%
Male10055.2%