Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cascade Elementary 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 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cascade Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day!
School Rankings
Cascade Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cascade Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1263 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
44%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
50%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cascade Elementary School's ranking?
Cascade Elementary School is ranked #1263 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cascade Elementary School often compared to?
Cascade Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southgate Elementary School, Canyon View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cascade Elementary School?
509 students attend Cascade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Cascade Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cascade Elementary School?
Cascade Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cascade Elementary School offer ?
Cascade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cascade Elementary School part of?
Cascade Elementary School is part of Kennewick School District.
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