BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2000 S 58th Ave
Fargo, ND 58104

www.fargo.k12.nd.us

666 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Bennett Elementary School is a public school located in Fargo, North Dakota, serving students as part of the Fargo Public Schools district. Situated in the southern part of the city, the school provides a foundational educational environment focused on academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing students for success in their middle school years. As part of a larger district, Bennett benefits from the curriculum standards and educational resources managed by Fargo Public Schools, aimed at fostering a supportive learning community for a diverse student population.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Bennett Elementary emphasizes the importance of community involvement and a collaborative atmosphere between staff, students, and families. The school's mission generally aligns with the broader goals of the Fargo school district, which prioritizes innovation, inclusivity, and the development of lifelong learners. For more detailed information regarding school programs, enrollment, or specific calendar events, interested individuals can visit their official website at [www.fargo.k12.nd.us](http://www.fargo.k12.nd.us).

666

Total Students

39.0

Full-Time Teachers

17.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

21.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	471
Hispanic	27
Black	83
Asian	27
Two or More	51
American Indian	7

White
471 (70.7 %)
Black
83 (12.5 %)
Two or More
51 (7.7 %)
Hispanic
27 (4.1 %)
Asian
27 (4.1 %)
American Indian
7 (1.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	FARGO 1
Phone:	(701)446-4000
Website:	http://www.fargo.k12.nd.us
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	666
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	98
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	45

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 96

Grade 1 103

Grade 2 125

Grade 3 114

Grade 4 107

Grade 5 121