Serving 303 students in grades 5-8, Cass Lake-bena Middle School 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 8% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cass Lake-bena Middle School 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 Middle School's student population of 303 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Campus Size
26 acres
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
Cass Lake-bena Middle School 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 Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1710 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
96%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
4%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cass Lake-bena Middle School's ranking?
Cass Lake-bena Middle School is ranked #1710 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cass Lake-bena Middle School?
303 students attend Cass Lake-bena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Cass Lake-bena Middle School students are American Indian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cass Lake-bena Middle School?
Cass Lake-bena Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cass Lake-bena Middle School offer ?
Cass Lake-bena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cass Lake-bena Middle School part of?
Cass Lake-bena Middle School is part of Cass Lake-Bena School District.
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