Serving 100 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 10:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Harwood Elementary School's student population of 100 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
Campus Size
10 acres
School Mascot
Huskies
School Rankings
Harwood 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 Harwood Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#45 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskies
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harwood Elementary School's ranking?
Harwood Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Harwood Elementary School?
100 students attend Harwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Harwood Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harwood Elementary School?
Harwood Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harwood Elementary School offer ?
Harwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harwood Elementary School part of?
Harwood Elementary School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.
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