Serving 687 students in grades 6-8, Cascade Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cascade Middle School serves the northwest part of Bend, OR, covering an expansive area of approximately 456.1 square miles, with a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes for families living within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance area is about 23.2 miles, reaching as far as 35.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cascade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cascade Middle School's student population of 687 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
687 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cascade Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cascade Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#98 out of 1174 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cascade Middle School's ranking?
Cascade Middle School is ranked #98 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Cascade Middle School often compared to?
Cascade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pacific Crest Middle School, Pilot Butte Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Cascade Middle School?
687 students attend Cascade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Cascade Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 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 25:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cascade Middle School offer ?
Cascade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cascade Middle School part of?
Cascade Middle School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Cascade Middle School located?
Cascade Middle School is located in the Century West neighborhood of Bend, OR.
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