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Bennett Elementary School

2000 S 58th Ave
Fargo, ND 58104
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 631 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bennett Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 631 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10% in ND
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Bennett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Bennett Elementary School's student population of 631 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagles

School Rankings

Bennett Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett Elementary School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (ND)
#34 out of 449 schools
(Top 10%)
54%
39%
62%
44%
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
13%
5%
White
70%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bennett Elementary School's ranking?
Bennett Elementary School is ranked #34 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Bennett Elementary School often compared to?
Bennett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aurora Elementary School, Centennial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Bennett Elementary School?
631 students attend Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bennett Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennett Elementary School?
Bennett Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bennett Elementary School offer ?
Bennett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bennett Elementary School part of?
Bennett Elementary School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bennett Elementary School located?
Bennett Elementary School is located in the Bennett neighborhood of Fargo, ND.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 631 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 54% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

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