CENTRAL CASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CENTRAL CASS 17
802 5th St N
Casselton, ND 58012
396 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
School Overview
Central Cass Elementary School is a public school located in Casselton, North Dakota, serving as a foundational part of the Central Cass Public School District. Situated at 802 5th St N, the school is deeply integrated into the small-town community, emphasizing a supportive and focused educational environment for its elementary-aged students. It is dedicated to fostering academic growth while promoting the character development of its pupils, often leveraging its connection to the broader district to provide resources and extracurricular opportunities that might not be available in larger, less connected systems.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the state’s educational standards while maintaining a strong emphasis on foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science. Beyond the core academics, Central Cass Elementary is known for its commitment to creating a well-rounded school culture, encouraging student involvement in various activities and community events. By maintaining a strong online presence through their district website, the school ensures clear communication with families and stakeholders, reflecting a commitment to transparency and community engagement in the rural North Dakota landscape.
396
Total Students
25.6
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
12.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    379 (95.7 %)
  • Black
    6 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    2 (0.5 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: CENTRAL CASS 17
Phone: (701)347-5352
Website: http://www.central-cass.k12.nd.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 4th
Total Students: 396
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 31
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 35
Kindergarten 72
Grade 1 64
Grade 2 71
Grade 3 82
Grade 4 72
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
MAPLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
MAPLETON 7
Charter School 215 Students
300 1st St
Mapleton, ND 58059 (7.8 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th