Serving 319 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 30-34% (which is lower than 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 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Cass High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Casselton, ND school district, covering approximately 402 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 12.3 miles and the furthest edge located 21.3 miles away.
- 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 319 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Fostering Student Excellence
School Rankings
Central Cass High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Cass High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#309 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
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 #309 out of 449 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?
30-34% 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 95%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Central Cass High School?
319 students attend Central Cass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Central Cass High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
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 10:1.
What grades does Central Cass High School offer ?
Central Cass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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