RICHLAND 44

Located at 101 Main Ave in Colfax, North Dakota, Richland 44 is an active, traditional public school district serving families across a distant rural setting in the greater Wahpeton region. Operating two school campuses, the district offers a complete educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. As a fully operational, independent public system, Richland 44 delivers consistent academic instruction and extracurricular opportunities tailored to the needs of its local community, fostering student growth from early childhood through high school graduation.

For the 2024–2025 academic year, Richland 44 educates a close-knit student body of 310 enrolled learners, including 163 female and 147 male students. The student population represents a diverse blend of backgrounds, including 288 White, 10 Hispanic, 9 multiracial, and 3 American Indian students spread across small, manageable grade cohorts. Learning is supported by a substantial staff of over 115 full-time equivalent professionals, featuring 57.2 dedicated classroom teachers, 8.4 instructional aides, and nearly 50 support personnel. This strong ratio of educators and support staff to students enables highly individualized instruction, strong classroom management, and a nurturing environment where every student receives the attention needed to thrive.