Serving 169 students in grades 6-8, Northern Cass Middle 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 50-54% (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 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Cass Middle School's student population of 169 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Cass Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 449 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 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#41 out of 449 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
5%
White
98%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Cass Middle School's ranking?
Northern Cass Middle School is ranked #41 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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?
169 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 Black.
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 10:1.
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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