Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cascadia 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 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cascadia Elementary School's student population of 440 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Respectful, Responsible, Safe, and Kind
School Rankings
Cascadia 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 Cascadia Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1550 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
35%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gryphon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cascadia Elementary School's ranking?
Cascadia Elementary School is ranked #1550 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cascadia Elementary School often compared to?
Cascadia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline Elementary School, Eagleridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cascadia Elementary School?
440 students attend Cascadia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Cascadia Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cascadia Elementary School?
Cascadia Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cascadia Elementary School offer ?
Cascadia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cascadia Elementary School part of?
Cascadia Elementary School is part of Ferndale School District.
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