Very Good

#7 of 38 private schools in ND

Top 16% of private schools

Holy Spirit Elementary School

Elementary School

1441 8TH ST N, Fargo, ND 58102

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

4.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

4.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Dakota private schools

#7 of 38

In Fargo

#1 of 6

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About Holy Spirit Elementary School

Holy Spirit Elementary School is a private elementary school in Fargo, ND. Holy Spirit Elementary School serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Spirit Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 38 private schools in ND.

How it compares1.4 pts above ND schools

7.5

This school 7.5 · Very Good
ND avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 62 students, Holy Spirit Elementary 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.

At 4.9:1 students to teachers, Holy Spirit Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Holy Spirit Elementary 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 Holy Spirit Elementary School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Fargo, ND

Student-Teacher Ratio

4.9:1

This School

11.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

357

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.5

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.9% vs 0%

Black 4.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.2% vs 0%

Holy Spirit Elementary School Fargo Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Holy Spirit Elementary School (this school)	—	62	4.9:1	7.5
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.4 mi	307	12.8:1	6.6
HORACE MANN ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	350	9.5:1	4.6
MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	157	7.1:1	4.2
LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	385	14.8:1	9.0
MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	138	8.1:1	2.6
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.0 mi	296	10.2:1	2.5
FARGO K-8 VIRTUAL ACADEMY	2.0 mi	28	14:1	—
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOOL	2.1 mi	165	12.7:1	5.2
CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	328	12.6:1	7.6
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.1 mi	437	10.2:1	4.2
EXPLORER ACADEMY	3.2 mi	28	3.1:1	—
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	322	8.9:1	4.1
WILLOW PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.5 mi	465	11.6:1	5.4
ED CLAPP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.6 mi	437	9.7:1	5.4
EAGLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.9 mi	303	11.2:1	8.1
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.7 mi	618	15.1:1	5.3
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.4 mi	451	11.3:1	6.8
INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.5 mi	588	14.7:1	8.6
BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	7.1 mi	631	17.1:1	8.0
OSGOOD ELEM SCHOOL	7.2 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

A+ 9.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.9:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,190

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 15%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.9 / 10

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Enrollment 62

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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 91.9%

Black 4.8%

Hispanic 3.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1441 8TH ST N, Fargo, ND 58102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Spirit Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Moorhead), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fargo, see our Fargo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Fargo	0.1 mi	899	6.5
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	0.4 mi	307	6.6
NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Fargo	0.5 mi	1,112	6.8
HORACE MANN ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	0.7 mi	350	4.6
MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	1.3 mi	157	4.2
OAK GROVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fargo	1.3 mi	656	7.3
LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	1.5 mi	385	9.0
FARGO K-8 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo	2.0 mi	28	—
FARGO 9-12 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo	2.0 mi	82	3.9
West Central Academy-S Moorhead	1.5 mi	47	5.6
Robert Asp Elementary Moorhead	1.6 mi	622	4.3
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOOL Fargo	2.1 mi	165	5.2
DAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL Fargo	2.1 mi	117	5.4
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	2.0 mi	296	2.5
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moorhead	2.1 mi	225	7.6
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fargo	2.5 mi	67	6.2
MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	1.8 mi	138	2.6
CARL BEN EIELSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Fargo	2.4 mi	639	5.9
CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo	2.6 mi	328	7.6
PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moorhead	2.2 mi	523	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 58102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,028

Median Home Value

$235,600

Median Rent

$829/mo

Population

32,591

College Educated

45.5%

Homeownership

45.7%

Avg Commute

15.3 min

Poverty Rate

20.2%

Median Age

29.9

Similar Schools

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

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APPLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck, ND	78	7.6
FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairmount, ND	57	7.6
ST CATHERINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley City, ND	48	7.7
STRASBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Strasburg, ND	58	7.3
MENOKEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menoken, ND	55	7.1
TWIN BUTTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Halliday, ND	55	7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Spirit Elementary School

What grades does Holy Spirit Elementary School serve?

Holy Spirit Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Holy Spirit Elementary School?

Holy Spirit Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Spirit Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Spirit Elementary School is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Spirit Elementary School rank in ND?

Holy Spirit Elementary School ranks #7 of 38 private schools in ND.

What is Holy Spirit Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Spirit Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Spirit Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Holy Spirit Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Holy Spirit Elementary School a religious school?

Holy Spirit Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 34 Some Transit
Bike Score: 53 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 62
Gender Split: 85% M / 15% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Cass County
Phone: (701) 232-4087

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