What grades does TURTLE LAKE-MERCER HIGH SCHOOL serve?

TURTLE LAKE-MERCER HIGH SCHOOL operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Turtle Lake area.

Where is TURTLE LAKE-MERCER HIGH SCHOOL located?

TURTLE LAKE-MERCER HIGH SCHOOL is a rural school in Turtle Lake, ND.

What is the student-teacher ratio at TURTLE LAKE-MERCER HIGH SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at TURTLE LAKE-MERCER HIGH SCHOOL is 7:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Turtle Lake, ND?

Schools in Turtle Lake include TURTLE LAKE-MERCER HIGH SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Turtle Lake area.

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TURTLE LAKE-MERCER HIGH SCHOOL — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Turtle Lake, North Dakota|TURTLE LAKE-MERCER 72

Turtle Lake, ND 58575

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Upcoming Events

Aug

Mon

First Day of School - Welcome Back!Event

Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply.

Aug

Mon

First Day of School - Welcome Back!Event

Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply.

Sep

Mon

No School-Happy Labor Day!Holiday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Sep

Mon

No School-Happy Labor Day!Holiday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Sep

Fri

Enrichment & Intervention Day - School OpenEvent

Sep

Fri

Enrichment & Intervention Day - School OpenEvent

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School Profile

Grades

7–12

Enrollment

Student:Teacher

7:1

Locale

Rural

District

TURTLE LAKE-MERCER 72

Econ. Disadvantaged

26.2%

Phone

(701)448-2365

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

50-59%

Math Proficiency

30-39%

Graduation Rate

>=50%

Chronic Absenteeism

5.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Dual Enrollment

12 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

7 test takers

Athletics

2 sports, 6 teams

32 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.4:1

Near average in ND

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,766

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,217

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$21,714

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 8%State 44%Local 48%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

11.7%

Below 150% poverty line

1.4%

Unemployment rate

4.8%

Uninsured residents

6.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

25%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

9 (43%)

Speech/Language Impairment

8 (38%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

Current enrollment

Growing(+20% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Aug 17, 2026

First Day of School - Welcome Back!

Event

Mon, Aug 17, 2026

First Day of School - Welcome Back!

Event

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

No School-Happy Labor Day!

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School-Happy Labor Day!	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School-Happy Labor Day!	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 11, 2026	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Fri, Sep 11, 2026	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Homecoming Day - School Open!	Event	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Homecoming Day - School Open!	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Fall Picture Day	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Fall Picture Day	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Immunizations - Flu Shots - District Nurse	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Immunizations - Flu Shots - District Nurse	Event	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	No School - Veteran's Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	No School - Veteran's Day	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	School Open - Normal School Day!	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	School Open - Normal School Day!	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Fall Picture Retake Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Fall Picture Retake Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School - Thanksgiving Break!	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School - Thanksgiving Break!	Break	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	K-12 Christmas Music Concert	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	K-12 Christmas Music Concert	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Last Day of School - End of Semester 1	Event	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Last Day of School - End of Semester 1	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Christmas Break - Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!	Break	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Christmas Break - Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	First Day of School for Second Semester - Welcome Back!	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	First Day of School for Second Semester - Welcome Back!	Event	—
Fri, Jan 8, 2027	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Fri, Jan 8, 2027	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - Martin Lutheran King Day	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - Martin Lutheran King Day	Event	—
Fri, Jan 22, 2027	School Open - Normal School Day!	Event	—
Fri, Jan 22, 2027	School Open - Normal School Day!	Event	—
Wed, Jan 27, 2027	Preschool Screening	Event	—
Wed, Jan 27, 2027	Preschool Screening	Event	—
Fri, Feb 5, 2027	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Fri, Feb 5, 2027	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School - President's Day!	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School - President's Day!	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	School Open - Normal School Day!	Event	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	School Open - Normal School Day!	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Parent/Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Parent/Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	No School - Spring Break!	Break	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	No School - Spring Break!	Break	—
Tue, Apr 13, 2027	7-12 Grade Spring Music Concert	Event	—
Tue, Apr 13, 2027	7-12 Grade Spring Music Concert	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	K-6 Spring Music Concert	Event	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	K-6 Spring Music Concert	Event	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	Enrichment & Intervention Day - School Open	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Last Day of School - End of 2nd Semester! Enjoy Summer Break!	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Last Day of School - End of 2nd Semester! Enjoy Summer Break!	Event	—
Sun, May 30, 2027	Graduation Day - Congrats Class of 2027!	Event	—
Sun, May 30, 2027	Graduation Day - Congrats Class of 2027!	Event	—