Serving 699 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 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- 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
School Overview
Pacific Cascade Middle School's student population of 699 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pacific Cascade Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,052 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
#127 out of 2052 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)81%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
9%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
44%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #127 out of 2,052 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?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Pacific Cascade Middle School?
699 students attend Pacific Cascade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pacific Cascade Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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.
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