Below Average

#34 of 38 private schools in ND

Dakota Montessori School

Elementary School

1134 WESTRAC DR S, Fargo, ND 58103

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Dakota private schools

#34 of 38

In Fargo

#6 of 6

public schools

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About Dakota Montessori School

Dakota Montessori School is a private elementary school in Fargo, ND. Dakota Montessori School serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dakota Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 38 private schools in ND.

How it compares1.5 pts below ND schools

4.6

This school 4.6 · Below Average
ND avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 50 students, Dakota Montessori School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Dakota Montessori School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Dakota Montessori School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Fargo, ND

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.5:1

This School

11.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

429

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.6

This School

6.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98% vs 0%

Black 2% vs 0%

Dakota Montessori School Fargo Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Dakota Montessori School (this school)	—	50	12.5:1	4.6
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	296	10.2:1	2.5
CARL BEN EIELSON MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.1 mi	639	11:1	5.9
EXPLORER ACADEMY	1.3 mi	28	3.1:1	—
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	437	10.2:1	4.2
MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	138	8.1:1	2.6
FARGO K-8 VIRTUAL ACADEMY	1.9 mi	28	14:1	—
CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	328	12.6:1	7.6
WILLOW PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	465	11.6:1	5.4
ED CLAPP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	437	9.7:1	5.4
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	322	8.9:1	4.1
HORACE MANN ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	350	9.5:1	4.6
BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.9 mi	899	12.7:1	6.5
EAGLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	303	11.2:1	8.1
DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.2 mi	1,005	13.1:1	7.6
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	307	12.8:1	6.6
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	618	15.1:1	5.3
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	451	11.3:1	6.8
INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	588	14.7:1	8.6
MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.0 mi	157	7.1:1	4.2
OSGOOD ELEM SCHOOL	4.3 mi	543	12.3:1	7.4

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in ND.

Classroom Attention

B 5.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.5:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 4%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Enrollment 50

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in ND

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 98.0%

Black 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1134 WESTRAC DR S, Fargo, ND 58103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dakota Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAGLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fargo, see our Fargo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Fargo	1.0 mi	910	6.9
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	1.1 mi	296	2.5
CARL BEN EIELSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Fargo	1.1 mi	639	5.9
MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	1.7 mi	138	2.6
EXPLORER ACADEMY Fargo	1.3 mi	28	—
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	1.3 mi	437	4.2
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOOL Fargo	1.4 mi	165	5.2
DAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL Fargo	1.4 mi	117	5.4
ED CLAPP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	2.1 mi	437	5.4
OAK GROVE LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	2.3 mi	342	4.9
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fargo	1.6 mi	67	6.2
FARGO K-8 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo	1.9 mi	28	—
FARGO 9-12 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo	1.9 mi	82	3.9
CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI CENTER Fargo	2.5 mi	6	—
CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	1.9 mi	328	7.6
WILLOW PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	1.9 mi	465	5.4
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	2.1 mi	322	4.1
EAGLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	2.9 mi	303	8.1
DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fargo	3.2 mi	1,005	7.6
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	3.3 mi	618	5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 58103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,699

Median Home Value

$239,200

Median Rent

$831/mo

Population

48,520

College Educated

36.8%

Homeownership

41.8%

Avg Commute

15.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

35.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
BOWBELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bowbells, ND	57	4.4
Twin Buttes Day School Hallilday, ND	37	4.2
FORDVILLE-LANKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fordville, ND	41	5.1
OBERON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oberon, ND	56	5.3
THE INNOVATION SCHOOL Bismarck, ND	30	5.4
SAWYER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sawyer, ND	60	5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dakota Montessori School

What grades does Dakota Montessori School serve?

Dakota Montessori School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Dakota Montessori School?

Dakota Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dakota Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dakota Montessori School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Dakota Montessori School rank in ND?

Dakota Montessori School ranks #34 of 38 private schools in ND.

What is Dakota Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dakota Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Dakota Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Dakota Montessori School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Dakota Montessori School a religious school?

No, Dakota Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 28 Some Transit
Bike Score: 47 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment: 50
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 4
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Cass County
Phone: (701) 235-9184

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