Serving 168 students in grades 6-8, Northern Cass Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Cass Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Cass Middle School's student population of 168 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Northern Cass Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Cass Middle 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
#80 out of 461 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
5%
White
98%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Northern Cass Middle School's ranking?
Northern Cass Middle School is ranked #80 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Northern Cass Middle School?
168 students attend Northern Cass Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Northern Cass Middle School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Cass Middle School?
Northern Cass Middle 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 Middle School offer ?
Northern Cass Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Cass Middle School part of?
Northern Cass Middle School is part of Northern Cass 97 School District.
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