SOUTH CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL
97 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.
97
Total Students
6.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 52 |
| Hispanic | 8 |
| Black | 3 |
| Two or More | 11 |
| American Indian | 23 |
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White52 (53.6%)
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American Indian23 (23.7%)
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Two or More11 (11.3%)
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Hispanic8 (8.2%)
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Black3 (3.1%)
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: | 97 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 6.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 96 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
15
Grade 10
25
Grade 11
26
Grade 12
31
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 15 |
| Grade 10 | 25 |
| Grade 11 | 26 |
| Grade 12 | 31 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 52 | 53.6% |
| Male | 45 | 46.4% |
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