Serving 201 students in grades 9-12, Northern Cass High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Cass High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northern Cass High School's student population of 201 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northern Cass High School ranks within the top 10% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Cass High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#30 out of 461 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
98%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Cass High School's ranking?
Northern Cass High School is ranked #30 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Northern Cass High School often compared to?
Northern Cass High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Cass High School, Kindred High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern Cass High School?
The graduation rate of Northern Cass High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Northern Cass High School?
201 students attend Northern Cass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Northern Cass High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Cass High School?
Northern Cass High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northern Cass High School offer ?
Northern Cass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Cass High School part of?
Northern Cass High School is part of Northern Cass 97 School District.
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