Serving 205 students in grades 9-12, Northern Cass High School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than 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 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Cass High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northern Cass High School's student population of 205 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Cass High School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Cass High School is 0.02, 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
#194 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
10:1
Hispanic
1%
8%
White
99%
70%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
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 High School's ranking?
Northern Cass High School is ranked #194 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Northern Cass High School often compared to?
Northern Cass High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Cass High School, Kindred High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern Cass High School?
The graduation rate of Northern Cass High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Northern Cass High School?
205 students attend Northern Cass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Northern Cass High School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Cass High School?
Northern 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 Northern Cass High School offer ?
Northern Cass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Cass High School part of?
Northern Cass High School is part of Northern Cass 97 School District.
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