Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial Elementary School serves the southwest part of Bismarck, ND, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 1.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.44, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 449 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
5%
White
74%
70%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #128 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, Northridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
390 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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