At a glance
Reported students
438
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
24
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
18.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Dakota elementary enrollment
87th percentile
Compared with 278 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
284.5
Red Trail Elementary School: 438 reported students.
State peer staffing position
98th percentile
18.3:1 reported; state peer median 10.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 397
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.8:1
What the reported data says about Red Trail Elementary School
Red Trail Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Mandan. It is one of 12 current school records connected to Mandan 1. NCES reports 438 students for 2024–25.
Among 278 elementary schools in North Dakota with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 177.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 87th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 18.3:1, above the North Dakota median of 10.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (82%) and American Indian or Alaska Native (5.7%). English learners represent 1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Red Trail Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 18.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 24 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 20.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.25
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.25
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White82%
- Hispanic4.8%
- Black3.2%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native5.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.5%
- Multiracial3.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Mandan 1
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Ft Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
455 reported students
Lewis and Clark Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
379 reported students
Lakewood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
285 reported students
Roosevelt Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
284 reported students
Mary Stark Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
193 reported students
Custer Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
126 reported students
Public schools near Red Trail Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis and Clark Elementary School Elementary · Mandan 1 | KG–05 | 379 | 2.7 mi |
| Mandan K-8 Elementary Virtual Academy Elementary · Mandan 1 | KG–08 | 14 | 2.9 mi |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Elementary · Mandan 1 | PK–05 | 284 | 3.3 mi |
| Mary Stark Elementary School Elementary · Mandan 1 | PK–05 | 193 | 3.8 mi |
| Custer Elementary School Elementary · Mandan 1 | PK–05 | 126 | 3.9 mi |
| Ft Lincoln Elementary School Elementary · Mandan 1 | KG–05 | 455 | 5.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Red Trail Elementary School
What grades does Red Trail Elementary School serve?
Red Trail Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Mandan 1.
How many students attend Red Trail Elementary School?
Red Trail Elementary School reported 438 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 87th percentile among 278 North Dakota elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 397 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Red Trail Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 18.3:1, based on 438 students and 24 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Dakota median for the same school level is 10.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Red Trail Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Red Trail Elementary School is a public school. Enrollment is generally based on Mandan 1 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Red Trail Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
20.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Red Trail Elementary School in?
Red Trail Elementary School is part of Mandan 1, based in Mandan, ND, which operates 12 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Red Trail Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Lewis and Clark Elementary School (2.7 mi), Mandan K-8 Elementary Virtual Academy (2.9 mi), Roosevelt Elementary School (3.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.