Serving 97 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 equal to the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Harwood Elementary School serves the northern part of Harwood, ND, covering an area of approximately 44 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.4 miles away.
- 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 97 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
97 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
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 0.14, 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
#45 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Not mentioned
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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?
97 students attend Harwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Harwood Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harwood Elementary School?
Harwood Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
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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