For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,166 students in 58503, ND (there are 3 private schools, serving 672 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 58503, ND are educated in public schools (compared to the ND state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 58503, ND are Sunrise Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and Century High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 58503 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 58503, ND have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best 58503, ND Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3800 Nickerson Ave
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4300
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4300
Gr: K-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5400 Onyx Dr
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4320
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4320
Gr: K-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Century High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 E Century Ave
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4900
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,406 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2800 Ithica Dr
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4290
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4290
Gr: K-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
Naughton Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9101 123rd Ave Ne
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 673-3119
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 673-3119
Gr: PK-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #66.
Horizon Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Ash Coulee Dr
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4550
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4550
Gr: 6-8 | 1,124 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #77.
Legacy High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3400 E Calgary Ave
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4850
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4850
Gr: 9-12 | 1,419 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
4401 Ivory Lane
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4230
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4230
Gr: K-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
4511 Silver Boulevard
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4250
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 323-4250
Gr: K-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 58503, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in 58503, ND include Sunrise Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and Century High School.
How many public schools are located in 58503?
9 public schools are located in 58503.
What percentage of students in 58503 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 58503 are educated in public schools (compared to the ND state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 58503?
58503 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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