For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,161 students in 58104, ND (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,097 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 58104, ND are educated in public schools (compared to the ND state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 58104, ND are Bennett Elementary School, Deer Creek Elementary School and Independence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 58104 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 58104, ND have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best 58104, ND Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bennett Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2000 S 58th Ave
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-4000
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-4000
Gr: K-5 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Deer Creek Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6400 54th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 356-8390
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 356-8390
Gr: K-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 54th St S
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 356-5890
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 356-5890
Gr: K-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Discovery Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1717 40th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-3300
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 992 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Fargo Davies High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7150 25th St S
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-5600
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,277 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4401 42nd St S
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-4200
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-4200
Gr: K-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4201 25th St S
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-4300
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-4300
Gr: K-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #88.
Eagles Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3502 University Dr
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-3900
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 446-3900
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #99.
Osgood Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5550 44th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 356-2190
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 356-2190
Gr: K-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
5801 51st Ave S
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 356-6830
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 356-6830
Gr: K-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 58104, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in 58104, ND include Bennett Elementary School, Deer Creek Elementary School and Independence Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 58104?
10 public schools are located in 58104.
What percentage of students in 58104 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 58104 are educated in public schools (compared to the ND state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 58104?
58104 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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