Serving 263 students in grades 9-12, Cass Lake-bena Secondary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cass Lake-bena Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cass Lake-bena Secondary's student population of 263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
To educate, support, and prepare all learners for future success.
School Rankings
Cass Lake-bena Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cass Lake-bena Secondary is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1455 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
93%
2%
Hispanic
1%
12%
White
6%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cass Lake-bena Secondary's ranking?
Cass Lake-bena Secondary is ranked #1455 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cass Lake-bena Secondary?
The graduation rate of Cass Lake-bena Secondary is 60-69%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cass Lake-bena Secondary?
263 students attend Cass Lake-bena Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cass Lake-bena Secondary students are American Indian, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cass Lake-bena Secondary?
Cass Lake-bena Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cass Lake-bena Secondary offer ?
Cass Lake-bena Secondary offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cass Lake-bena Secondary part of?
Cass Lake-bena Secondary is part of Cass Lake-Bena School District.
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