Serving 683 students in grades 6-8, Pacific Cascade Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), 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: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pacific Cascade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pacific Cascade Middle School's student population of 683 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pacific Cascade Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pacific Cascade Middle School is 0.66, which is less 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
#191 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
9%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
41%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacific Cascade Middle School's ranking?
Pacific Cascade Middle School is ranked #191 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Pacific Cascade Middle School often compared to?
Pacific Cascade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pacific Cascade Middle School?
683 students attend Pacific Cascade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Pacific Cascade Middle School students are Asian, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pacific Cascade Middle School?
Pacific Cascade Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pacific Cascade Middle School offer ?
Pacific Cascade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pacific Cascade Middle School part of?
Pacific Cascade Middle School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Pacific Cascade Middle School located?
Pacific Cascade Middle School is located in the Klahanie neighborhood of Issaquah, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Klahanie.
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