BECEP CENTER

BECEP CENTER is a public elementary school that is part of the BISMARCK 1 school district, located in Bismarck, ND with about 318 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to Kindergarten. With about 12 teachers, BECEP CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The BECEP (Bismarck Early Childhood Education Program) Center, located in Bismarck, North Dakota, is a specialized educational facility dedicated to the developmental needs of the district's youngest learners. As part of the Bismarck Public Schools system, the center focuses on providing high-quality early childhood education that prepares children for the transition into elementary school. The program emphasizes a play-based, inclusive curriculum that fosters social, emotional, and cognitive growth, ensuring that students build a strong foundation for their future academic careers.

The center is particularly well-regarded for its commitment to inclusive practices, serving both typically developing children and those with identified developmental needs. By integrating diverse learning styles within a supportive classroom environment, BECEP helps children develop essential communication and interpersonal skills. Through partnerships with families and a focus on developmentally appropriate instruction, the school strives to create a nurturing atmosphere that encourages curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

For more information, contact BECEP CENTER at (701) 323-4400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

720 N 14th St
Bismarck, ND 58501
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BECEP CENTER is a public school in Bismarck, ND with about 318 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Dakota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
District:
BISMARCK 1
Total Students:
318
Teachers:
12.5
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 318 students

White
68.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
12.3%
Two or more races
7.5%
Black or African American
5.7%
Hispanic/Latino
5.7%
Asian
0.6%

Female
45.9%
Male
54.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.