Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cascade Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 92% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher 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 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Cascade Ridge Elementary serves the northern part of Sammamish, WA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cascade Ridge Elementary 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
Cascade Ridge Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Cascade Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cascade Ridge Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#12 out of 2088 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
57%
9%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
24%
47%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cascade Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cascade Ridge Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cascade Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Cascade Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newcastle Elementary School, Creekside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cascade Ridge Elementary School?
391 students attend Cascade Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Cascade Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cascade Ridge Elementary School?
Cascade Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cascade Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cascade Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cascade Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cascade Ridge Elementary School is part of Issaquah School District.
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