Excellent
#2 of 38 private schools in ND
Top 3% of private schools
Dakota Adventist Academy
High School
15905 SHEYENNE CIR, Bismarck, ND 58503
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Dakota private schools
#2 of 38
In Bismarck
#1 of 8
public schools
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Dakota Adventist Academy
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About Dakota Adventist Academy
Dakota Adventist Academy is a private high school in Bismarck, ND. Dakota Adventist Academy serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dakota Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 38 private schools in ND.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- ND avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, Dakota Adventist Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Dakota Adventist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dakota Adventist Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Dakota Adventist Academy compares to the 29 public schools in Bismarck, ND
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bismarck
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dakota Adventist Academy (this school) | 8.2 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| ELK RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| GRIMSRUD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| NAUGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | — |
| NORTHRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| HIGHLAND ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| SUNRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.1 |
| ROBERT PLACE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| SILVER RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| PIONEER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| WILL-MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| BISMARCK HIGH SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| SIMLE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| BECEP CENTER | 3.4 |
| SOUTH CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL | 5.0 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in ND.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in ND
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
15905 SHEYENNE CIR, Bismarck, ND 58503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dakota Adventist Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 10.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is BRAVE CENTER ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Mandan), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST MARY'S CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.1/10, 8.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bismarck, see our Bismarck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RED TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mandan | 8.2 mi | 8.3 |
| MANDAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Mandan | 8.9 mi | 4.8 |
| BRENTWOOD ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bismarck | 7.4 mi | — |
| ELK RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 9.1 mi | 4.7 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mandan | 9.7 mi | 4.2 |
| ST MARY'S CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck | 8.9 mi | 4.1 |
| BRAVE CENTER ACADEMY Mandan | 10.0 mi | 6.2 |
| MANDAN VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL Mandan | 10.0 mi | 3.2 |
| MANDAN K-8 ELEMENTARY VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mandan | 10.0 mi | — |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 9.1 mi | 7.7 |
| MANDAN HIGH SCHOOL Mandan | 10.2 mi | 3.9 |
| HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bismarck | 9.4 mi | 6.0 |
| CUSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mandan | 10.4 mi | 3.9 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mandan | 10.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mandan | 10.6 mi | 4.5 |
| MARY STARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mandan | 11.0 mi | 3.6 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 10.5 mi | 7.0 |
| GRIMSRUD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck | 11.2 mi | 5.7 |
| FT LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mandan | 12.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck | 10.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,108
Median Home Value
$383,300
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
37,081
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
39.5
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| FINLEY-SHARON HIGH SCHOOL Finley, ND | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dakota Adventist Academy
What grades does Dakota Adventist Academy serve?
Dakota Adventist Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Dakota Adventist Academy?
Dakota Adventist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dakota Adventist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Dakota Adventist Academy is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dakota Adventist Academy rank in ND?
Dakota Adventist Academy ranks #2 of 38 private schools in ND.
What is Dakota Adventist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Dakota Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dakota Adventist Academy a private school?
Yes, Dakota Adventist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Dakota Adventist Academy a religious school?
Dakota Adventist Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 9.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Burleigh County
- Phone
- (701) 258-9000
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