Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Central Cass Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Cass Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Cass Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Central Cass Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Cass Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#19 out of 461 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Cass Elementary School's ranking?
Central Cass Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Central Cass Elementary School often compared to?
Central Cass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kindred Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Central Cass Elementary School?
388 students attend Central Cass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Central Cass Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Cass Elementary School?
Central Cass Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Cass Elementary School offer ?
Central Cass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Cass Elementary School part of?
Central Cass Elementary School is part of Central Cass 17 School District.
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