Best Jefferson Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 288 students in the neighborhood of Jefferson, Fargo, ND.
The top-ranked public school in Jefferson is Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Jefferson, Fargo, ND public school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 44% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Jefferson, Fargo, ND (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1701 4th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 446-4700
Gr: K-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 65%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Jefferson, Fargo, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Jefferson, Fargo, ND include Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Jefferson, Fargo?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Jefferson, Fargo.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Jefferson, Fargo?
the neighborhood of Jefferson, Fargo public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

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