For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 4,254 students in 58103, ND (there are 5 private schools, serving 891 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 58103, ND are educated in public schools (compared to the ND state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 58103, ND are Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School, Fargo 9-12 Virtual Academy and South High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 58103 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 58103, ND have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Dakota public school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best 58103, ND Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1417 6th St S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4400
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4400
Gr: K-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Fargo 9-12 Virtual Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 7th Street South
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-1000
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
South High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1840 15th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-2000
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Carl Ben Eielson Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1601 13th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-1700
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Lewis And Clark Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1729 16th St S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4800
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4800
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2120 9th St S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4900
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4900
Gr: K-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 7th Street South
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-1000
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-1000
Gr: K-8 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
Willow Park Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4901 15th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 356-8360
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 356-8360
Gr: K-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #99.
Dakota High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1305 9th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-2800
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1010.
Education Clapp Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3131 S 28th St
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-2900
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-2900
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #1111.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1701 4th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4700
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4700
Gr: K-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
1305 9th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-3100
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-3100
Gr: PK | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
1780 17th St S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4100
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4100
Gr: K-8 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
58103, North Dakota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1305 9th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-3000
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-3000
Gr: 6-7 | 1,043 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
1035 16th St S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4200
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4200
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
555 8th Ave South
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4500
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4500
Gr: K-2 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 58103, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in 58103, ND include Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School, Fargo 9-12 Virtual Academy and South High School.
How many public schools are located in 58103?
14 public schools are located in 58103.
What percentage of students in 58103 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 58103 are educated in public schools (compared to the ND state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 58103?
58103 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Dakota public schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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