THOMPSON 61

Nestled in Thompson, North Dakota—part of the greater Grand Forks metropolitan region—Thompson 61 is an active, traditional public school district dedicated to serving local youth. Headquartered at 424 3rd Street, the district operates two school facilities that deliver a continuous academic pathway from kindergarten through 12th grade. Situated within a rural distant setting, Thompson 61 offers a close-knit learning environment for its 679 enrolled students, combining small-town community connections with regional educational opportunities.

Behind the district’s academic programs is a robust workforce structured to support student development at every level. Thompson 61 employs approximately 95.5 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by more than 8 instructional aides and nearly 23 support personnel, bringing the total district staff to over 126 full-time equivalent positions. This dedicated staffing environment ensures personalized attention and strong instructional guidance across elementary, middle, and high school grade levels. Families, prospective community members, and researchers interested in learning more about the district's operations and offerings can visit Thompson 61 online at http://www.thompson.k12.nd.us or contact the main office directly at (701) 599-2765.