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South Elementary School

117 6Th Ave W, West Fargo, ND 58078, United States

+1 (701) 356-2100

http://www.west-fargo.k12.nd.us/south

4.5

Overall Rating

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South Elementary School Overview

About This School

South Elementary School is a public elementary in West Fargo, North Dakota, serving 367 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA and 42% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 34 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $66,740. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic breakdown includes 62% White, 19% Black, 7% Two or More Races, 6% Hispanic, and 2% Asian students.

367

Total Students

K-5

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

34 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts47%

Mathematics42%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K-5

County

Cass County

Students per Counselor

367:1

South Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

47%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 44%State Avg: 44%

42%

Mathematics

City Avg: 44%State Avg: 40%

N/A

Science

Class Information

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 11.2:1

State Avg: 12.9:1

367

Students per Counselor

South Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$66,740

City Avg: $66,740

State Avg: $69,818

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1

Students per Counselor367:1

South Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.77%

Male

48.23%

Female

Total Enrollment: 367 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White61.85%

Hispanic6.27%

Asian1.63%

Black18.8%

Two or More Races7.36%

Native American4.09%

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Frequently Asked Questions About South Elementary School

Q: What is South Elementary School?

A: South Elementary School is a elementary public located in West Fargo.

Q: How many students attend South Elementary School?

A: South Elementary School has approximately 367 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at South Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at South Elementary School is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about South Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About South Elementary School - West Fargo, ND

Quick Facts about South Elementary School
School Name	South Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K-5
Location	117 6Th Ave W, West Fargo, ND 58078, West Fargo, ND
County	Cass County
Phone	+1 (701) 356-2100
Total Students	367
Student-Teacher Ratio	10:1
Full-Time Teachers	34
Rating	4.5/10
ELA Proficiency	47%
Math Proficiency	42%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about South Elementary School

What is South Elementary School?

South Elementary School is a elementary public located in West Fargo.

How many students attend South Elementary School?

South Elementary School has approximately 367 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Elementary School is 10:1.

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