Serving 22 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy's student population of 22 students has declined by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy is 0.57, which is more 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
#377 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
10:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
27%
8%
Black
5%
5%
White
59%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy's ranking?
Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy is ranked #377 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy?
22 students attend Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy?
Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy offer ?
Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy part of?
Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy located?
Fargo K-8 Virtual Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Fargo, ND. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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