Serving 312 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School's student population of 312 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School is 0.29, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 449 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
5%
White
84%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School's ranking?
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School often compared to?
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horace Mann Roosevelt Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Lewis And Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School?
312 students attend Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School?
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School offer ?
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School part of?
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School is part of Fargo 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School located?
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Fargo, ND. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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