Best Schools in Horace, North Dakota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Horace Elementary School
Elementary · West Fargo 6. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Heritage Middle School
Middle · West Fargo 6. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$417,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$417,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Horace
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Horace Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Heritage Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $142,216
- Median home value
- $417,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 98%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Horace compares
North Dakota rank
#19 of 30
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below North Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$142k
183% of North Dakota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Horace, North Dakota
Horace, North Dakota is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Horace show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Horace is Horace Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Horace is served by 1 school district: WEST FARGO 6. These districts collectively serve 12,865 students.
Horace's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $142,216. The poverty rate in the area is 3.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 443 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 754 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 676 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 |
Schools in Horace
Horace, North Dakota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$142,216
Median Home Value
$417,800
Median Rent
$963/mo
Population
5,136
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
98%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Community Profile
Horace has a median household income of $142,216. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $417,800, with a median rent of $963/month. The local poverty rate of 3.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Horace, North Dakota
How many schools are in Horace, North Dakota?
Horace has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Horace, North Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Horace is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Horace, North Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Horace on MySchoolScout is Horace Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Horace, North Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Horace on MySchoolScout is Horace Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Horace, North Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Horace on MySchoolScout is Heritage Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Horace, North Dakota?
Horace is served by 1 school district: West Fargo 6.
What is the education level in Horace, North Dakota?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Horace have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Horace, North Dakota?
The median household income in Horace is approximately $142,216 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Horace, North Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Horace is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Horace, North Dakota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.