South Central Alternative High School

Bismarck 1

Bismarck, North Dakota

94 students

High School, Grades 9–12

(701)323-4520 School Website

Students

14:1

S:T Ratio

School Snapshot

Key metrics at a glance

Avg ACT Score

B-

out of 36

Average

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

A-

students per teacher

Good

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Academic Resources

Typical courses and practice resources for students at South Central Alternative High School

Biology

Cell biology, genetics, evolution, and ecology

AP Biology

College-level biology with lab component

Chemistry

Atomic structure, reactions, and stoichiometry

AP Chemistry

College-level chemistry with lab component

Physics

Mechanics, waves, electricity, and magnetism

AP Physics 1

Algebra-based mechanics and waves

Environmental Science

Ecosystems, human impact, and sustainability

AP Environmental Science

College-level environmental science

World History

Global civilizations from ancient to modern times

AP World History

College-level world history analysis

U.S. History

American history from colonization to present

AP U.S. History

College-level American history

Standardized Test Dates

Upcoming national, state, and school calendar dates that affect students at South Central Alternative High School.

National Tests

August 7, 2026

SAT — National

Registration deadline

August 11, 2026

SAT — National

Late registration deadline

August 14, 2026

ACT — National

Registration deadline

August 22, 2026

SAT — National

Test date

August 28, 2026

SAT — National

Registration deadline

September 1, 2026

ACT — National

Late registration deadline

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School Details

Address

406 S Anderson St, Bismarck, ND 58504

Phone

(701)323-4520

Website

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District

Bismarck 1

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2026-27

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