Cass Lake-bena Middle School

Cass Lake-Bena Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the remote rural area of Cass Lake, Minnesota. Serving students from fifth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 303 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1 with 32 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. While the academic performance metrics show room for improvement—with a MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and a state ranking of #1818 out of 2,027 schools in Minnesota—Cass Lake-Bena Middle School is dedicated to fostering student development and learning.

Only 27% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading, and just 11% reach proficiency in math. Despite these challenges, the school community works hard to support its students. The setting around Cass Lake-Bena Middle School is rural and remote, offering a close-knit environment where everyone knows each other.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, Cass Lake-bena Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Cass Lake-bena Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.