CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY
CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY is a Title I public high school that is part of the CASS LAKE-BENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in CASS LAKE, MN with about 237 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY School, located in Cass Lake, Minnesota, serves as a vital educational hub for the local community and the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic program that balances core curriculum requirements with a focus on student growth and cultural integration. By fostering a supportive environment, the institution aims to prepare its students for post-secondary success, whether that involves pursuing higher education, vocational training, or entering the workforce.
The school places a strong emphasis on community connection and identity, acknowledging the unique heritage of the region. Through various extracurricular activities, sports programs, and specialized academic support, CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY strives to engage students both inside and outside the classroom. Its mission is centered on empowering youth with the critical thinking skills, character development, and cultural pride necessary to navigate the challenges of the modern world while remaining connected to their roots.
For more information, contact CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY at (218) 335-2203 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
CASS LAKE, MN 56633-3373
(218) 335-2203
CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY is a public Title I school in CASS LAKE, MN with about 237 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- CASS LAKE-BENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 237
- Teachers:
- 28.4
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 237 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY is predominantly American Indian or Alaska Native, representing about 87% of the student body.
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 87.3%
- White
- 7.6%
- Two or more races
- 3.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.1%
- Female
- 42.6%
- Male
- 57.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.