Explorer Academy serves 34 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explorer Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Explorer Academy's student population of 34 students has grown by 240% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 242% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Explorer Academy is 0.74, which is more 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)
≤20%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
10:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
21%
5%
White
41%
70%
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Explorer Academy?
34 students attend Explorer Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Explorer Academy students are White, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Explorer Academy?
Explorer Academy has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Explorer Academy offer ?
Explorer Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Explorer Academy part of?
Explorer Academy is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Explorer Academy located?
Explorer Academy is located in the Lewis And Clark neighborhood of Fargo, ND. There are 1 other public schools located in Lewis And Clark.
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