King Elementary

King Elementary

Website: https://isd317.org/en-US/king-elementary-aac9d578

Deer River is located in north central Minnesota next to the Leech Lake Indian Reservation and the Chippewa National Forest. King Elementary serves approximately 500 students in grades preschool through grade 5. Close to 40% of students at King Elementary are of American Indian descent. These numbers constantly change because of the mobility of students within our area. Approximately 70% of our students qualify for free or reduced lunch, which reflects the level of poverty in the surrounding community. Due to this poverty level in Deer River, King Elementary qualifies for School-wide Title 1 assistance. 

King Elementary places strong emphasis on social emotional development. Responsive Classroom is implemented school-wide. Teachers at King Elementary have received extensive training in the Responsive Classroom approach which helps teachers create classrooms of respect and responsibility.

Ultimately, King Elementary School has a strong reputation for high quality programs and fulfilling the mission of developing life-long learners in an ever-changing world. The staff at King Elementary are dedicated to high student achievement, creating positive school culture, and active community engagement in order to enhance the educational experience for all students.

Contact:

101 1st AVE NE
Deer River, MN 56636

Phone: 218-246-8860
Fax: 218-246-8897