FAIRMOUNT 18

Located along 400 East Main Street in Fairmount, North Dakota, Fairmount School District 18 is an active, traditional public school district serving a rural remote community within the broader Wahpeton region. Operating as an independent school district across two operational school facilities, Fairmount 18 provides a continuous public education experience spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district offers a welcoming, small-town educational environment where families can easily connect with school leadership directly at their main campus or through their official website.

Serving a close-knit student body of 99 pupils—comprising 50 female and 49 male students—the district fosters a personalized learning atmosphere characterized by small class sizes and individualized instruction. The student population reflects a diverse rural community, including 67 White, 24 Hispanic, 5 American Indian, 2 Pacific Islander, and 1 multiracial student across its elementary and secondary grades. Fairmount 18 is supported by a comprehensive staffing structure totaling nearly 46 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees, including over 28 FTE certified teachers alongside dedicated instructional aides and support staff. This exceptionally robust educator-to-student ratio ensures that learners receive tailored academic guidance, strong developmental support, and a closely bonded community culture from early childhood through high school graduation.