Bismarck-Mandan education: focus on now and the future!

• Largest district in the state with 13,733 at the beginning of 2025-2026
• Three high schools and one alternative high school
• Three middle schools
• 18 elementary schools
• Three Career and Technical Education sites:

1. Career Academy and Technical Center
2. Career Academy at Hughes Education Center (Health Careers)
3. Career Academy – Silver Ranch

• CTE embedded at high schools and middle schools
• Bismarck Early Childhood Education Program (Headstart, Early Childhood Special Education, Pre-K, etc.)

• Enrollment of 4,513 (2023-2024)
• One high school
• One middle school
• Six elementary schools
• Early Childhood Program

• Shiloh Christian School
• St. Mary’s Central High School
• Light of Christ Schools of Excellence
• Martin Luther Elementary School
• The Innovation School

• Dakota Adventist Academy is a Christian high school that welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds. 
• Widely recognized for the specialty vocational classes it offers including carpentry and automotive technology.
• Offers grades 9 through 12.  Juniors and seniors can also take several dual credit classes, picking up some college credit while still in high school.
• Smaller class sizes to ensure concentrated support from instructors

The mission of the NDHSA is to provide a comprehensive home education information system to support, train and protect every willing North Dakota individual, family and church in the methods of privately funded, parent-directed home education.

• North Dakota’s only polytechnic institution, serving students since 1939.
• Enrolled 4,773 students in Spring 2026 through flexible on-campus and online learning options. 
• Offers more than 100+ career pathways, including certificates, associate degrees, workforce training, continuing education and more than 14 bachelor's degree programs. 
• Home to the National Energy Center of Excellence (NECE) and industry-driven programs that prepare students for high-demand careers through hands-on learning and strong employer partnerships. 
• In May 2026, BSC completed construction and officially opened its Bavendick Center, a multipurpose facility that serves as the new home of the Mystics Athletics.
• Featuring a 2,000-plus-seat arena, esports lab, climbing wall and community gathering spaces, the Bavendick Center boosts student life, collegiate sports and community engagement. 
• Competes in the NAIA Frontier Conference with nationally competitive Mystics athletics programs and a vibrant campus experience. 
• Awards more than $1.8 million annually in scholarships and tuition waivers while maintaining affordable tuition rates and a commitment to student success.

• Private four-year college with Spring 2024 enrollment of 3,845
• Offers 60+ undergraduate programs, 18 master’s degrees and five doctoral program.

• Native American 2-year college with Fall 2024 enrollment of 575
• Offers associate degrees and certificate programs.

The Bank of North Dakota offers an online College Planning Center with information for middle school, high school, college, and non-traditional students, parents, guardians, and grandparents. You can explore occupations, learn about careers you may not know, and research programs to pay or save for college.

The Youth & Careers section of the North Dakota Department of Commerce’s Workforce Development website offers resources for those interested in learning more about the careers and opportunities in North Dakota. Bismarck-Mandan’s employers are seeking team members of all skill levels and you’ll find many opportunities to start your career.

The Bismarck Adult Learning Center (ALC) provides services to individuals ages 16 or older who are interested in upgrading academic or digital skills, earning a GED, learning the English language or exploring career opportunities. The ALC also provides services to meet the needs of displaced homemakers and injured workers. In a safe environment, instructors use an individualized approach with students moving at their own pace.  All services, with the exception of GED tests, are free to eligible North Dakota residents from Region VII.