Bismarck High School

Bismarck High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
800 N 8th St,  Bismarck, ND
Bismarck School District No. 1
4.0
3.8
1,371 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
28%
Reading Proficiency
45%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
91%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
28%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
85
Full Time Teachers
85
Teachers in First or Second Year
12%
College Prep
Average SAT
1200
Math
620
Verbal
580
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
24
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
62.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
13%
State Average
11%
Science
13%
State Average
13%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
301:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.8%
Female
47.2%
White
71.9%
Native American
12.5%
Two or more races
6.7%
Hispanic
4.4%
Black
2.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#3 Best HS For Athletes in North Dakota
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
North Dakota State University 267 Students
University of North Dakota 246 Students
Bismarck State College 234 Students
University of Mary 117 Students
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 82 Students
Minnesota State University Moorhead 75 Students
Minot State University 69 Students
Dickinson State University 48 Students
Colorado State University 42 Students
Valley City State University 41 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 69 Students
Psychology 44 Students
Business 38 Students
Biology 34 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 27 Students
Elementary Education 22 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 21 Students
Pre-Law Studies 19 Students
Education 19 Students
Computer Science 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 154 Reviews
5.0 Sophomore
4/7/2025
I like bismarck high school because people are so well rounded and there is so much school spirit and people actually care about their education and want to go further in their education and eventually get a degree in college. Very good environment and teachers are very caring for their students and they want the best out of their students.
5.0 Senior
10/14/2024
My high school experience has been incredible. Bismarck High has offered me a lot of support for the struggles I've endured throughout my years. The staff here has always had my back and has believed in me throughout my entire journey, pushing me further every step of the way.
5.0 Alum
9/28/2023
I had great opportunities to make friends. The programs and classes offered were amazing. I took a lot away from my time there, as I have so many memories.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 4 Reviews
4.0 parent
9/15/2021
All three of our children graduated with honors from BHS. One is currently a medical doctor, one is an electrical engineer, and one is in college. Many extracurricular activities including science, music, sports and many others. Great opportunities through the BSC Career Academy. Like all high schoo...
4.0 other
2/20/2021
Graduated from here in the first half of the 2000s, so I’m sure many things are different these days. But the staff cared, from teachers to the lunchroom staff. I enjoyed most all of my classes, and there were plenty of extracurriculars to keep me busy and introduce me to people in other grades. The...
2.0 other
9/23/2015
I was a student 5 years ago.I was a A/B student but once I got here they were C/D. I don't feel that the teachers care one way or the other if you fail or not and the counselor/principle wont work with you if you have medical problems and ship you off to the next school without so much as a 'good lu...
5.0 student
12/17/2008

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Bismarck High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Bismarck, ND and is served by the Bismarck School District No. 1 in North Dakota. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,371 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 28% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 45% are proficient in reading. Bismarck High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 91%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1200 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $269,574. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bismarck Spec Ed Unit, Century High School, South Central High School, and more. Learn more about what Bismarck has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Bismarck High School.

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