LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

www.fargo.k12.nd.us

439 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Lewis and Clark Elementary School, located in Fargo, North Dakota, is part of the Fargo Public Schools district. Serving students in the elementary grades, the school is situated in a central area of the city at 1729 16th St S. It functions as a foundational pillar for its neighborhood, focusing on providing a comprehensive primary education that aligns with the district's broader academic standards and commitment to fostering student growth and community engagement.

As a public institution within the Fargo school system, Lewis and Clark Elementary emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum designed to support the intellectual, social, and emotional development of its student body. The school benefits from the resources and collaborative framework of the Fargo Public Schools district, which prioritizes innovation, inclusivity, and preparation for future success. For families and community members seeking more detailed information regarding school programs, events, and administrative updates, the school maintains an active presence through the district’s official website at http://www.fargo.k12.nd.us.

439

Total Students

42.0

Full-Time Teachers

10.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

50.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	243
Hispanic	45
Black	87
Asian	4
Two or More	38
American Indian	21
Pacific Islander	1

White
243 (55.4%)
Black
87 (19.8%)
Hispanic
45 (10.3%)
Two or More
38 (8.7%)
American Indian
21 (4.8%)
Asian
4 (0.9%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	FARGO 1
Phone:	(701)446-4800
Website:	http://www.fargo.k12.nd.us
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	439
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	42.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	189
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	33

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 77

Grade 1 71

Grade 2 66

Grade 3 94

Grade 4 63

Grade 5 68