Century High School is a public high school located in Bismarck, North Dakota. It serves 1,346 students and is part of the Bismarck Public Schools system. The principal is Steve Madler. The school colors are red, white, and blue. Century's mascot is the Patriot.
Serving 1,406 students in grades 9-12, Century High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 1% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Century High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Century High School's student population of 1,406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Red, White and Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Character, Honor, Success.
School Rankings
Century High School ranks within the top 30% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Century High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#126 out of 449 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
10:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
4%
5%
White
82%
70%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Century High School's ranking?
Century High School is ranked #126 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Century High School often compared to?
Century High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy High School, Bismarck High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Century High School?
The graduation rate of Century High School is 96%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Century High School?
1,406 students attend Century High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Century High School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Century High School?
Century High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Century High School offer ?
Century High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Century High School part of?
Century High School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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