HETTINGER 13

Situated at 209 8th Street S in Hettinger, North Dakota, Hettinger 13 is an open, fully operational regular public school district dedicated to serving learners across a remote rural landscape. Operating independently as a standalone district rather than as part of a supervisory union, Hettinger 13 oversees two active schools that together provide a seamless educational pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. According to federal educational data for the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a total enrollment of 294 students, spanning early childhood programs up to high school graduation. This student body—comprising 152 female and 142 male students—benefits from a balanced educational structure that supports smaller cohort sizes across both primary and secondary grade levels.

To support academic achievement and student well-being in this close-knit community, Hettinger 13 maintains a remarkably strong staffing infrastructure. The district employs 56.5 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers, enabling an exceptionally favorable student-to-teacher ratio that fosters individualized instruction and tailored academic mentorship. This instructional core is further reinforced by 12.58 FTE instructional aides and 41.94 FTE operational and support staff, bringing the district’s total workforce to over 111 full-time equivalent personnel. For families, students, and educational researchers seeking further details on district programming and operations, additional information can be found via their official portal at hettinger.k12.nd.us or by contacting the district administrative offices directly at (701) 567-5315.