Serving 683 students in grades 6-8, Cascade Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cascade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cascade Middle School's student population of 683 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cascade Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cascade Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2018 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
21%
9%
Hispanic
48%
26%
Black
13%
5%
White
7%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cascade Middle School's ranking?
Cascade Middle School is ranked #2018 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cascade Middle School?
683 students attend Cascade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cascade Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cascade Middle School?
Cascade Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cascade Middle School offer ?
Cascade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cascade Middle School part of?
Cascade Middle School is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is Cascade Middle School located?
Cascade Middle School is located in the Highline neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 11 other public schools located in Highline.
School Reviews
5 11/9/2010
Cascade has changed a lot in the past few years. Every teacher has CHOSEN to be teaching at the school, rather than transfer to another. There's a spirit squad, a dominating flag football team, new elective classes, and the classroom is focused on learning.
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