Serving 327 students in grades 5-8, Central Cass Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Cass Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Cass Middle School's student population of 327 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Cass Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Cass Middle School is 0.08, 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
#113 out of 461 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
1%
5%
White
96%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Middle School's ranking?
Central Cass Middle School is ranked #113 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Central Cass Middle School?
327 students attend Central Cass Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Central Cass Middle School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Cass Middle School?
Central Cass Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Cass Middle School offer ?
Central Cass Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Cass Middle School part of?
Central Cass Middle School is part of Central Cass 17 School District.
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