Serving 328 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#46 out of 461 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
2%
5%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School's ranking?
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 461 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?
50-54% 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?
328 students attend Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% 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 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
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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