Below Average

#36 of 38 private schools in ND

St Mary's Central High School

High School

5802 RIDGELAND DR, Bismarck, ND 58503

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#36 of 38

In Bismarck

#8 of 8

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About St Mary's Central High School

St Mary's Central High School is a private high school in Bismarck, ND. St Mary's Central High School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 38 private schools in ND.

How it compares2.3 pts below ND schools

4.1

This school 4.1 · Below Average
ND avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

St Mary's Central High School 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.

St Mary's Central High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Mary's Central High School compares to the 29 public schools in Bismarck, ND

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.2:1

This School

14.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

336

This School

472

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.1

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%

Black 2.1% vs 0%

Asian 1.2% vs 0%

St Mary's Central High School Bismarck Public Avg

All Schools in Bismarck

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Mary's Central High School (this school)	—	336	16.2:1	4.1
LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.4 mi	492	17:1	7.7
HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.1 mi	1,059	14.5:1	6.0
ELK RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	516	19.1:1	4.7
CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL	2.1 mi	1,401	16.7:1	6.8
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	392	13.5:1	7.0
LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL	2.8 mi	1,411	16.2:1	6.2
GRIMSRUD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	174	12.4:1	5.7
NORTHRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	423	13.2:1	6.9
ROBERT PLACE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.1 mi	481	15:1	6.0
PIONEER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.4 mi	202	12.6:1	4.0
SUNRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	465	15:1	8.1
SIMLE MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.7 mi	1,047	14.3:1	5.3
WILL-MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.7 mi	204	9.7:1	4.3
HIGHLAND ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.8 mi	105	17.5:1	6.8
BISMARCK HIGH SCHOOL	3.8 mi	1,371	16.1:1	5.4
BECEP CENTER	3.9 mi	374	37.4:1	3.4
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.0 mi	115	14.4:1	7.6
SILVER RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.1 mi	393	17.1:1	5.9
RITA MURPHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.5 mi	374	13.9:1	5.3
SOUTH CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL	4.7 mi	118	19.7:1	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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C- 2.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,050

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 4.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 12%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A 8.5 / 10

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Enrollment 336

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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)

White 92.6%

Hispanic 2.4%

Black 2.1%

Native American 1.5%

Asian 1.2%

Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5802 RIDGELAND DR, Bismarck, ND 58503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mary's Central High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BISMARCK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bismarck, see our Bismarck schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck	0.4 mi	492	7.7
HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bismarck	1.1 mi	1,059	6.0
CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck	2.1 mi	1,401	6.8
ELK RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck	1.8 mi	516	4.7
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck	2.3 mi	392	7.0
BRENTWOOD ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bismarck	2.6 mi	13	—
GRIMSRUD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck	2.9 mi	174	5.7
NORTHRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck	3.0 mi	423	6.9
SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bismarck	2.7 mi	538	6.2
ROBERT PLACE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck	3.1 mi	481	6.0
PIONEER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck	3.4 mi	202	4.0
LIGHT OF CHRIST CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Bismarck	3.6 mi	1,212	5.0
WILL-MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck	3.7 mi	204	4.3
LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck	2.8 mi	1,411	6.2
BISMARCK HIGH SCHOOL Bismarck	3.8 mi	1,371	5.4
MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Bismarck	3.9 mi	46	6.8
SIMLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bismarck	3.7 mi	1,047	5.3
HIGHLAND ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bismarck	3.8 mi	105	6.8
BECEP CENTER Bismarck	3.9 mi	374	3.4
CATHEDRAL OF THE HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Bismarck	4.0 mi	212	6.2

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

Similar Schools

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WAHPETON HIGH SCHOOL Wahpeton, ND	371	4.5
KILLDEER HIGH SCHOOL Killdeer, ND	257	4.8
DUNSEITH HIGH SCHOOL Dunseith, ND	298	5.1
STANLEY HIGH SCHOOL Stanley, ND	332	5.1
GRAFTON HIGH SCHOOL Grafton, ND	291	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Mary's Central High School

What grades does St Mary's Central High School serve?

St Mary's Central High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Mary's Central High School?

St Mary's Central High School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Central High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's Central High School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Mary's Central High School rank in ND?

St Mary's Central High School ranks #36 of 38 private schools in ND.

What is St Mary's Central High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Mary's Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Mary's Central High School a private school?

Yes, St Mary's Central High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Mary's Central High School a religious school?

St Mary's Central High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 19 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 336
Gender Split: 58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 21
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Fringe Rural
County: Burleigh County
Phone: (701) 223-4113

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