Cascade High School is a secondary school located in Everett, Washington, United States. Part of the Everett Public Schools, it caters to grades 9–12 and has an annual enrollment of approximately 1,933 students.
Serving 1,702 students in grades 9-12, Cascade High School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cascade High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Cascade High School's student population of 1,702 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Grey, Crimson
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
School Rankings
Cascade High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cascade High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#903 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
9%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
40%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bruins
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cascade High School's ranking?
Cascade High School is ranked #903 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cascade High School often compared to?
Cascade High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everett High School, Henry M. Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cascade High School?
The graduation rate of Cascade High School is 95%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cascade High School?
1,702 students attend Cascade High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Cascade High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cascade High School?
Cascade High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cascade High School offer ?
Cascade High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cascade High School part of?
Cascade High School is part of Everett School District.
In what neighborhood is Cascade High School located?
Cascade High School is located in the Pinehurst Beverly Park neighborhood of Everett, WA.
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