Wahpeton Elementary & Middle Schools

Exterior view of brown brick building with shades of beige panel bump-out entrance sections, one for the elementary school entrance and the other for the middle school entrance. with grassy knoll and sidewalks to the front

High School gymnasium with shiny newly buffed wooden floors, dark purple bleachers to the back right and Wahpeton Huskies sign to far back.

Large room with dark brown floor tiles and wall of windows and doors to the back of the room, with a long maple wood and black countertop reception area to the back left of the room, computer desk stations to the back right of the room and brightly colored blue, lime green and orange geometric bench seats in the middle of the room

Beige-colored wall classroom with dark brown lined carpet tiles on the floor and ceiling panels with fluorescent lights overhead. Desks scattered about the middle of the room with dark blue plastic chairs, a dry-erase board to the back and light maple cabinetry to the back right of the room

Large double stair case covered in brown vinyl with wall of long rectangular accent windows to the back right side and two small tables with red plastic chairs to the left

Exterior view from street of dark brown and black accented rectangular brick school building with windows neatly arranged throughout and a lighter shades of beige paneled bump out in the middle

Project Description

Wahpeton Elementary & Middle Schools – Expanding Education for the Future

In 2016, Comstock Construction completed a major expansion and renovation project for Wahpeton Public Schools, designed by TL Stroh Architects. This transformative project included a 109,000 SF, two-story elementary school addition and a 4,000 SF renovation of the middle school. The new elementary school, which houses grades 1-5, was strategically designed to connect with the existing middle school, creating a seamless learning environment for students.

A Modern and Engaging Learning Environment

The new elementary school was built to foster collaborative and engaging education with dedicated learning spaces tailored to student needs. Each grade level features 24 general classrooms, along with small group rooms and large discovery spaces to encourage innovative learning.

Key features of the elementary school include:

Multiple locker hubs for student organization
A modern library to support literacy and research
A dedicated music room for creative expression
Additional specialized learning rooms
A full-size gymnasium with a college-size court for athletics and physical education
A spacious cafeteria to accommodate students
A state-of-the-art kitchen designed to efficiently serve the entire school district

Middle School Upgrades & Site Improvements

The 4,000 SF middle school renovation focused on repurposing existing space and improving safety. The former administration area was converted into new classrooms, and fire safety alarm systems were upgraded throughout the facility.

Beyond the buildings, Comstock Construction also completed extensive site improvements, including:

New roads and parking lots for improved traffic flow and accessibility
A new playground to promote active play and social development
Two new practice fields to enhance athletic programs

Building for the Future of Wahpeton’s Students

As a company deeply rooted in Wahpeton, Comstock Construction is proud to have contributed to enhancing education in our hometown. By constructing modern, functional, and engaging learning spaces, this project ensures students and teachers have the resources they need to thrive for generations to come.

View more Elementary and Middle School construction projects here.

PROJECT DETAILS

Categories:	Education
Client:	Wahpeton Public School District
Location:	Wahpeton, ND
Surface Area:	113,000 SF
Completed:	2016
Architect:	TL Stroh Architects