Circle of Life Academy

Circle of Life Academy
35233 Mission Rd
White Earth, MN 56591
112 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Circle of Life Academy, located in White Earth, Minnesota, is a private K-12 institution dedicated to serving the educational needs of the White Earth Band of Ojibwe community. The school places a strong emphasis on integrating rigorous academic standards with the preservation of Ojibwe culture, language, and traditions. By fostering a culturally responsive learning environment, the academy aims to empower its students with both the practical skills necessary for modern success and a deep, meaningful connection to their tribal heritage.

Beyond its core curriculum, Circle of Life Academy acts as a vital community hub that promotes holistic student development through a blend of traditional values and contemporary pedagogy. The school’s small-community setting allows for personalized instruction, ensuring that students receive the support needed to thrive academically and socially. Through its commitment to excellence and cultural identity, the academy prepares its students to become confident, well-rounded leaders who are grounded in their indigenous history and ready to contribute to both their local community and the world at large.
112
Total Students
15.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • American Indian
    112 (100.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Circle of Life Academy
Phone: (218)983-4180
Website: http://circleoflifeacademy.org/
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 112
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 15.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 112
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 5
Grade 1 3
Grade 2 7
Grade 3 10
Grade 4 8
Grade 5 13
Grade 6 15
Grade 7 9
Grade 8 7
Grade 9 14
Grade 10 6
Grade 11 5
Grade 12 10
Gender Ratio