Serving 312 students in grades 9-12, Central Cass High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Cass High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central Cass High School's student population of 312 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Cass High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Cass High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#260 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
2%
5%
White
94%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Cass High School's ranking?
Central Cass High School is ranked #260 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Central Cass High School often compared to?
Central Cass High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kindred High School, Northern Cass High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Cass High School?
The graduation rate of Central Cass High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Central Cass High School?
312 students attend Central Cass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Central Cass High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Cass High School?
Central Cass High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Cass High School offer ?
Central Cass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Cass High School part of?
Central Cass High School is part of Central Cass 17 School District.
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