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4 schools in Bismarck

Illinois · Public K-12

Public K-12 schools in Bismarck, Illinois total 4, collectively serving roughly 802 students (an average of about 201 per campus).

7-year change in Bismarck

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
802
-137 (-15%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
88%
was 91%
% Hispanic
5%
was 5%
% Black
2%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
B H R A Cooperative HSHigh09-120
Bismarck-Henning Elem SchoolElementaryPK-04309
Bismarck-Henning Jr High SchoolMiddle05-08246
Coop HS 1High09-12247

About Bismarck

Bismarck, Illinois is home to 4 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 802 students. By school count, it is a sparse city.

In terms of grade levels, the city is built around 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high.

Average school size in Bismarck is around 201 students, 58% noticeably below the Illinois average of about 480.

Trend over the past 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment declined 15%: 939 students in SY 2017-18 versus 802 in SY 2024-25.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Bismarck discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Bismarck?
Bismarck, Illinois has 4 public K-12 schools serving approximately 802 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Bismarck?
Bismarck has 1 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Bismarck?
Bismarck-Henning Elem School is the largest public school in Bismarck by enrollment, with approximately 309 students.
What school districts serve Bismarck?
Bismarck is served by 2 public school districts, including Bismarck Henning CUSD, B H R A Cooperative HS.
What grade levels do public schools in Bismarck cover?
Public schools in Bismarck serve students from pre-K through grade 12.