Best Schools in Bismarck, Illinois
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Bismarck by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bismarck-henning JR High School
Middle · Bismarck Henning Cusd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bismarck-henning Elem School
Elementary · Bismarck Henning Cusd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Coop HS 1
High · Bismarck Henning Cusd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bismarck for 2026 are Bismarck-henning JR High School (6.1/10), Bismarck-henning Elem School (6.0/10), and Coop HS 1 (5.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$112,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$112,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bismarck
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bismarck-henning JR High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Bismarck-henning Elem School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Coop HS 1 | 5.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $57,727
- Median home value
- $112,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Bismarck compares
Illinois rank
#276 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$58k
70% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Bismarck, Illinois
Bismarck, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Bismarck show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bismarck is Bismarck-henning JR High School with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bismarck is served by 2 school districts: B H R A Cooperative HS, Bismarck Henning CUSD. These districts collectively serve 814 students.
Bismarck's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,727. The poverty rate in the area is 10.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 297 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 251 students · 5th–8th | 6.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 265 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
| 2 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Bismarck
Bismarck, Illinois · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,727
Median Home Value
$112,000
Median Rent
$825/mo
Population
1,207
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Community Profile
Bismarck has a median household income of $57,727. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $112,000, with a median rent of $825/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bismarck, Illinois
How many schools are in Bismarck, Illinois?
Bismarck has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bismarck, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bismarck is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Bismarck, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Bismarck on MySchoolScout is Bismarck-henning JR High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bismarck, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bismarck on MySchoolScout is Bismarck-henning Elem School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Bismarck, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Bismarck on MySchoolScout is Bismarck-henning JR High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Bismarck, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Bismarck on MySchoolScout is Coop HS 1 with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Bismarck, Illinois?
Bismarck is served by 2 school districts: B H R a Cooperative HS, Bismarck Henning Cusd.
What is the education level in Bismarck, Illinois?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Bismarck have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bismarck, Illinois?
The median household income in Bismarck is approximately $57,727 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bismarck, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bismarck is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bismarck, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.