Horace High School serves 785 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50% in ND)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horace High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Horace High School's student population of 785 students has grown by 753% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 1650% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
785 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Horace High School is 0.27, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
6%
5%
White
85%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.9%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Horace High School often compared to?
Horace High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South High School, Fargo Davies High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Horace High School?
785 students attend Horace High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Horace High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace High School?
Horace High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Horace High School offer ?
Horace High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horace High School part of?
Horace High School is part of West Fargo 6 School District.
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