Serving 97 students in grades 9-12, South Central Alternative High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 10-14% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: South Central Alternative High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bismarck, ND, encompassing approximately 220.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Central Alternative High School's student population of 97 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
97 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Central Alternative High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
24%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
54%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
10-14%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Central Alternative High School often compared to?
South Central Alternative High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mandan High School, New Salem-almont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Central Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of South Central Alternative High School is 10-14%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend South Central Alternative High School?
97 students attend South Central Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of South Central Alternative High School students are White, 24% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Central Alternative High School?
South Central Alternative High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does South Central Alternative High School offer ?
South Central Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Central Alternative High School part of?
South Central Alternative High School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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