Serving 622 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 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bennett Elementary School serves the south part of Fargo, ND, covering an area of approximately 17.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge being about 6.5 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bennett Elementary School's student population of 622 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
622 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 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
#34 out of 449 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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?
622 students attend Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bennett Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% 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 10:1.
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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