Serving 548 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Horace Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (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 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Horace Elementary School serves the southern part of Horace, ND, covering an area of approximately 28.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Horace Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 118% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
548 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1983
Campus Size
8 acres
School Rankings
Horace 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 Horace Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#56 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Horace Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horace Elementary School's ranking?
Horace Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Horace Elementary School often compared to?
Horace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennedy Elementary School, South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Horace Elementary School?
548 students attend Horace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Horace Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace Elementary School?
Horace Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Horace Elementary School offer ?
Horace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horace Elementary School part of?
Horace Elementary School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.
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