Serving 118 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 45%). 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 17:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Central Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Central Alternative High School's student population of 118 students has grown by 16% 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
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Central Alternative High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
24%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
3%
5%
White
46%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-24%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
26%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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 45% 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 20-24%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend South Central Alternative High School?
118 students attend South Central Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of South Central Alternative High School students are White, 24% of students are American Indian, 18% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Central Alternative High School?
South Central Alternative High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
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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