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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best West Fargo Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 8,615 students in West Fargo, ND (there are 1 private school, serving 244 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in West Fargo, ND are educated in public schools (compared to the ND state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in West Fargo, ND are Legacy Elementary School, Westside Elementary School and West Fargo Middle Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Fargo, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in West Fargo have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in West Fargo, ND (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Legacy Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5150 9th St W
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-3740
Gr: K-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
945 7th Ave W
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2110
Gr: K-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
West Fargo Middle Virtual Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
207 Main Ave W
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2001
Gr: 6-8 | 13 students Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Aurora Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3420 9th St W
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2130
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
South Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
117 6th Ave W
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2100
Gr: K-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
401 26th Ave E
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-5221
Gr: K-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #77.
Cheney Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
825 17th Ave E
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2090
Gr: 6-8 | 1,006 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #88.
Brooks Harbor Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
801 22nd Ave W
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-8310
Gr: K-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #99.
West Fargo High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
801 9th St E
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,380 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1010.
West Fargo Sheyenne High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
800 40th Ave E
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2160
Gr: 9-12 | 1,400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #1111.
Eastwood Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
500 10th Ave E
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2030
Gr: K-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1212.
Liberty Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
801 36th Ave E
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2671
Gr: 6-8 | 1,103 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #1313.
L E Berger Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
631 4th Ave E
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2010
Gr: K-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Center
330 3rd Ave E
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2020
Gr: PK | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
West Fargo Community High School
311 1st Avenue East
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2008
Gr: 9-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
West Fargo Elementary Virtual Academy
207 Main Ave W
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 499-1055
Gr: K-5 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
West Fargo High Virtual Academy
207 Main Ave W
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 116 students Minority enrollment: 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in West Fargo, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in West Fargo, ND include Legacy Elementary School, Westside Elementary School and West Fargo Middle Virtual Academy.
How many public schools are located in West Fargo?
17 public schools are located in West Fargo.
What percentage of students in West Fargo go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in West Fargo are educated in public schools (compared to the ND state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Fargo?
West Fargo public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Which public schools in West Fargo are often viewed compared to one another?

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