Serving 548 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Horace Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Horace Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 118% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1983
Campus Size
8 acres
School Rankings
Horace Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horace Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#56 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
6%
5%
White
84%
70%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Horace Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horace Elementary School's ranking?
Horace Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Horace Elementary School often compared to?
Horace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Elementary School, Kennedy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Horace Elementary School?
548 students attend Horace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Horace Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace Elementary School?
Horace Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Horace Elementary School offer ?
Horace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horace Elementary School part of?
Horace Elementary School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.
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