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Bennett Elementary School

2000 S 58TH AVE FARGO ND 58104

About Bennett Elementary School

Bennett Elementary, a part of Fargo Public Schools, takes care of kids from kindergarten all the way to 5th grade. So, there are usually around 600 to 620 students at the school, and they have about 20 students for every teacher, which really helps keep things steady in the classroom. The numbers show that kids are doing pretty well in school. About 55-60% can read at their grade level, and for math, it's a bit higher, around 58-62%. The student body is pretty evenly split, with about 51% male and 49% female. 

Teachers push for students to have a solid academic base, but they also care a lot about building creativity and confidence. Parents often mention that the school has a really welcoming vibe and that the staff keeps them in the loop with consistent updates. You will usually find homes around the school going for about $260,000 to $420,000, which is great because it means lots of families can stick around in the community for a while. Bennett Elementary really helps students grow. They've got good programs, and families are super involved, which creates a really steady and fun place for everyone. This school is the best school in North Dakota.

Contact Information

Address

2000 S 58TH AVE FARGO ND 58104

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Phone

(701) 446-4000

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 49%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 49% in Math and 49% in Reading.
39
Full-time Teachers
17 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
9
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
666
Total Students

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TOP 33 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Bennett Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:05 AM - 2:27 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:50 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 70.7%
Asian 4.1%
Hispanic 4.1%
Black 12.5%
Two+ Races 7.7%
Native Am. 1.1%
White
70.7%
Asian
4.1%
Hispanic
4.1%
Black
12.5%
Two+ Races
7.7%
Native Am.
1.1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 666
49.1%
327 Female
50.9%
339 Male

Student Population

666 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

  • Summer School Changes: Registration is now open for June 2026 sessions. Due to a major district-wide transition from PowerSchool to Infinite Campus, summer school will only be offered in June this year; no programming will be available in July 2026.
  • School Board Elections: Residents interested in running for one of the five open positions on the Fargo Board of Education have until April 6, 2026, to submit their applications.

FAQ

Q1. What grade levels does Bennett Elementary School serve?

Ans. Bennett Elementary serves students from kindergarten through 5th grade.


Q2. What kind of academics can parents and students expect at Bennett Elementary?

Ans. Bennett offers a balanced academic program that emphasizes reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.


Q3. How does Bennett Elementary support student learning and growth of students?

Ans. Small-group instruction, classroom support, and a focus on understanding concepts help students gain confidence and progress at their own pace.


Q4. What type of school environment is available for students?

Ans. Teachers focus on creating a safe space where students feel encouraged, respected, and comfortable.

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Q5. How did the parents and families collaborate at Bennett Elementary School?

Ans. Family involvement is encouraged through school events, communication with teachers, and parent-school activities. 

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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