Self-directed Academy serves 16 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Self-directed Academy's student population of 16 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Self-directed Academy is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
10:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Hispanic
13%
8%
White
75%
70%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Self-directed Academy?
16 students attend Self-directed Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Self-directed Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Self-directed Academy?
Self-directed Academy has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Self-directed Academy offer ?
Self-directed Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Self-directed Academy part of?
Self-directed Academy is part of Fargo 1 School District.
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