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Central Cass Middle School

802 5th St N
Casselton, ND 58012
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 338 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 18:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 338 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 30% in ND
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 57% (Top 10%)
  • : 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Central Cass Middle School's student population of 338 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

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 0.10, 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.
This School
State Level (ND)
#113 out of 461 schools
(Top 30%)
42%
39%
57%
44%
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
338 students attend Central Cass Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Central Cass Middle School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Cass Middle School?
Central Cass Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 338 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 57% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

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