Serving 966 students in grades 6-8, Cascade Middle 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 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 966 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cascade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cascade Middle School's student population of 966 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
966 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Cascade Middle 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 Middle School is 0.79, 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
#1556 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
30%
27%
Black
11%
5%
White
30%
47%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Auburn School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cascade Middle School's ranking?
Cascade Middle School is ranked #1556 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cascade Middle School often compared to?
Cascade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olympic Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cascade Middle School?
966 students attend Cascade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Cascade Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 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 18:1, which is higher than the Washington 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 Auburn School District.
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