Century High School is a public high school located in Bismarck, North Dakota. It serves 1,346 students and is part of the Bismarck Public Schools system. The principal is Steve Madler. The school colors are red, white, and blue. Century's mascot is the Patriot.
Serving 1,406 students in grades 9-12, Century High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 1% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Century High School serves the northwest part of Bismarck, ND, covering an area of approximately 77.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Century High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Century High School's student population of 1,406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,406 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Motto
Character, Honor, Success.
School Rankings
Century High 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 Century High School is 0.32, 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
#126 out of 449 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White and Blue
School Mascot
Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Century High School's ranking?
Century High School is ranked #126 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Century High School often compared to?
Century High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy High School, Bismarck High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Century High School?
The graduation rate of Century High School is 96%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Century High School?
1,406 students attend Century High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Century High School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Century High School?
Century High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Century High School offer ?
Century High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Century High School part of?
Century High School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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