SOUTH CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL
94 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
South Central Alternative High School, located in Bismarck, North Dakota, serves as a specialized educational environment designed to support students who may benefit from a non-traditional approach to learning. As part of the Bismarck Public School District, the institution focuses on providing a flexible, supportive, and personalized atmosphere. It is tailored for students who might struggle in a conventional high school setting, offering them an opportunity to recover credits, manage unique scheduling needs, or thrive in a smaller, more individualized classroom environment.
The school emphasizes a student-centered philosophy aimed at fostering academic success, personal growth, and career readiness. By maintaining a smaller student-to-teacher ratio, South Central is able to provide targeted academic interventions and social-emotional support that help students navigate challenges and remain on track for graduation. Ultimately, the school serves as a vital resource for the community, ensuring that all students—regardless of their academic journey—have access to a high school diploma and the necessary skills to succeed in their post-secondary endeavors.
The school emphasizes a student-centered philosophy aimed at fostering academic success, personal growth, and career readiness. By maintaining a smaller student-to-teacher ratio, South Central is able to provide targeted academic interventions and social-emotional support that help students navigate challenges and remain on track for graduation. Ultimately, the school serves as a vital resource for the community, ensuring that all students—regardless of their academic journey—have access to a high school diploma and the necessary skills to succeed in their post-secondary endeavors.
94
Total Students
6.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
102.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 38 |
| Hispanic | 5 |
| Black | 4 |
| Two or More | 9 |
| American Indian | 36 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White38 (40.4 %)
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American Indian36 (38.3 %)
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Two or More9 (9.6 %)
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Hispanic5 (5.3 %)
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Black4 (4.3 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (2.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | BISMARCK 1 |
| Phone: | (701)323-4520 |
| Website: | http://www.bismarckschools.org/SCHS |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 94 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 6.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 96 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
16
Grade 10
20
Grade 11
36
Grade 12
22
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 16 |
| Grade 10 | 20 |
| Grade 11 | 36 |
| Grade 12 | 22 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 49 | 52.1% |
| Male | 45 | 47.9% |
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