Cascadia Elementary

Summary:

Cascadia Elementary is a highly-ranked public elementary school in Seattle, Washington, serving 474 students from kindergarten to 5th grade. It is part of the Seattle School District No. 1, which is ranked 42 out of 249 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating.

Cascadia Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Washington, ranking 1st out of 1,169 schools in the state for the past several years. This is reflected in its exceptional test scores, with over 95% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Math across all grades. The school has a diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 45.36% White, 21.73% Asian, 20.89% two or more races, 8.23% Hispanic, and 3.38% African American. Cascadia Elementary also has a very low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 5.06% to 7.17% over the past few years, indicating a relatively high socioeconomic status of the student population. The school's high per-student spending, ranging from $8,351 to $18,980 over the past few years, likely contributes to its exceptional academic performance and resources.

While Cascadia Elementary outperforms many of the nearby schools, such as Hazel Wolf K-8, Whittier Elementary School, and Daniel Bagley Elementary School, in academic metrics, it is important to consider the unique characteristics and challenges faced by each school. The data suggests that the nearby schools, while not reaching the same level of performance as Cascadia, are still providing valuable educational opportunities to their students.


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Public, Magnet K-5

 1700 N 90th Street
       Seattle, WA  98103


(206) 252-5914

District: Seattle School District No. 1

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $18,980 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  19.5 Help
Number of students:  474

Racial breakdown:

White:
45.4%
Asian:
21.7%
Two or more races:
20.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  7.2% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Cascadia Elementary is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 99.41. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Cascadia Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (45.4%), Asian (21.7%), two or more races (20.9%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 7.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Cascadia Elementary is 19.5. 71 elementary schools in the Seattle School District No. 1 have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Cascadia Elementary is $18,980. 67 elementary schools in the Seattle School District No. 1 spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Cascadia Elementary was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Seattle School District No. 1:

SchoolDigger ranks Seattle School District No. 1 48th of 247 Washington school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Cascadia Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Cascadia Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2015 98.17 2nd 1067 99.8%
2016 97.63 4th 1053 99.6%
2017 98.65 1st 1056 99.9%
2018 98.65 1st 1054 99.9%
2019 99.19 1st 1130 99.9%
2023 99.41 1st 1169 99.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Cascadia Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 99.40 1st 1099 99.9%
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Rank History for White students at Cascadia Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 98.65 1st 1027 99.9%
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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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by a parent
Sunday, September 19, 2021

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by a parent
Saturday, January 19, 2019

Open Quote I have many more lovely & detailed things to say about this school, but my # of words here are limited! This is my daughter’s first year at Cascadia (currently 2nd grade) and so far, the school, staff/faculty, and PTA have exceeded our expectations! Like many parents, my husband and I were very cautious when first considering transferring our daughter from her assigned elementary school to HCC at Cascadia.

Prior to enrollment, we attended one of Cascadia’s Prospective Parent Nights – attending this gave us a great opportunity to tour the school and pick the brains of current Cascadia parents. My husband and I knew after that night that our daughter had to at least try out Cascadia for a year. If the school and program didn’t work out for her, we reasoned she could always return to her assigned school.

Cascadia has been very welcoming. Because so many kids transfer there each Fall, the school has a great, well thought out transition process. There’s a Welcome Night/Open House for new families and students every Spring, and then multiple neighborhood and grade-specific playdates are held over the summer so that new and old students and their families can get to know each other. Outside of school hours, there have been several grade-specific events for students and their families. Lastly, the PTA funds seasonal parties and monthly movie nights open to all students and their families.

Last year, our daughter, according to her, started to “hate school.” She was unchallenged, bored, and had lost interest in learning. Switching our daughter to Cascadia has reignited her passion for learning. She’s surrounded by kids who share her same motivation and drive, and together they push each other in a healthy and positive way to reach beyond the learning norm. If a child needs more help or support, Cascadia has had the resources to supply that. This year the class size has been decent at 20 kids per 2nd grade classroom (size can fluctuate depending on enrollment.) Cascadia has made learning fun – my child is not taking endless tests or given required homework (I believe homework assignments start in 3rd grade.) She’s encouraged to read what inspires her. This year the PTA has funded rights to Splash Math and Typing Agent. My daughter then has the option of logging into these programs outside of school, which she does willingly almost every evening!

In a few words, I describe the school and its PTA as organized and logical. The PTA is comprised of parents who come from multiple elementary schools this has led the PTA to streamline how it runs. I’m often impressed in the little things the PTA or school does and then I think, “why didn’t the last school/PTA think of that?” There is no year-round fundraising craziness, just a yearly direct drive that raises the majority of funds. Other funding is raised via a of donations earned from stores like Fred Meyer and Amazon.com, and school spirit-wear orders (placed twice a year online.)

The one downside that affects this school AND ALL OTHER Seattle public schools, is the transportation department! Unfortunately, the busses are run by a privatized company called First Student, and because the company is usually short on drivers and has a high turnover, most bus routes in the morning are unreliable. However, we personally have experienced 100 reliability in the afternoons. The parent morning drop-off system for Cascadia runs smoothly and efficiently though.

Upon parent request, all SPS elementary students may be assigned up to two different existing school bus routes. Our daughter takes the bus home some days and other days she takes another bus to her previous school’s Boys & Girls Club, which allows our daughter to play at her old school and stay in touch with all her old friends.

We are relieved and thankful for the decision we made in switching our daughter to Cascadia. Success in the classroom always depends on the cohort and teacher, however we are confident that while our daughter attends this school, she will receive the education and socialization she needs. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Cascadia Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2013 386 1 72 16 0 0 49 0 524
2014 449 2 72 11 0 0 54 0 588
2015 506 2 86 15 0 0 77 0 686
2016 529 2 102 19 0 1 101 0 754
2017 516 4 97 22 0 1 114 0 754
2018 373 3 52 15 0 1 81 0 525
2019 333 6 63 23 0 1 85 0 511
2020 311 15 69 32 0 3 93 0 523
2021 279 17 93 33 0 0 92 0 514
2022 236 9 90 42 0 0 97 0 474
2023 215 16 103 39 0 1 99 1 474

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Cascadia Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2013 524 23.5 22.2 0.6
2014 588 n/a n/a 1.7
2015 686 38.0 18.0 3.8
2016 754 35.0 21.5 3.7
2017 754 36.2 20.8 3.8
2018 525 26.1 20.0 3.8
2019 511 25.7 19.8 2.5
2020 523 25.5 20.4 2.9
2021 514 27.4 18.7 6.2
2022 474 26.7 17.7 5.1
2023 474 24.2 19.5 7.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Cascadia Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2013 524 23.5 22.2 0.6
2014 588 n/a n/a 1.7
2015 686 38.0 18.0 3.8
2016 754 35.0 21.5 3.7
2017 754 36.2 20.8 3.8
2018 525 26.1 20.0 3.8
2019 511 25.7 19.8 2.5
2020 523 25.5 20.4 2.9
2021 514 27.4 18.7 6.2
2022 474 26.7 17.7 5.1
2023 474 24.2 19.5 7.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201985.7%0.0%0.8%1.2%99.0%99.6%98.4%98.4%99.2%99.6%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Cascadia Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $180 (1.3%) $13,310 (98.7%) $13,489
2020 $108 (1.3%) $8,243 (98.7%) $8,351
2021 $1,780 (11.4%) $13,872 (88.6%) $15,652
2022 $2,706 (14.3%) $16,273 (85.7%) $18,980

Data source: Washington Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Cascadia Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1st of 1130 Elementary schoolsRanks 1st of 1169 Elementary schools
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Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Cascadia Elementary)98.295.1
 3.1%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Seattle School District No. 1)67.163.1
 3.9%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Washington)56.348.9
 7.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Cascadia Elementary)98.495.2
 3.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Seattle School District No. 1)7065
 5.1%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Washington)57.750.6
 7.1%
5th Grade Math (Cascadia Elementary)97.993.7
 4.3%
   5th Grade Math (Seattle School District No. 1)62.358
 4.3%
   5th Grade Math (Washington)49.142
 7.1%
5th Grade Science (Cascadia Elementary)97.299.2
 2%
   5th Grade Science (Seattle School District No. 1)66.965.9
 1%
   5th Grade Science (Washington)54.152.3
 1.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Cascadia Elementary)98.798.2
 0.4%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Seattle School District No. 1)72.567.3
 5.2%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Cascadia Elementary)9996.5
 2.5%
   All Grades Math (Seattle School District No. 1)64.457.3
 7.1%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%
All Grades Science (Cascadia Elementary)97.299.2
 2%
   All Grades Science (Seattle School District No. 1)6560.3
 4.7%
   All Grades Science (Washington)52.748.8
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students511474
 7.2%
African American616
 166.7%
American Indian00
Asian63103
 63.5%
Hispanic2339
 69.6%
Pacific Islander11
White333215
 35.4%
Two or More Races8599
 16.5%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients2.5%7.2%
 4.6%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 474 students attended Cascadia Elementary.

Students at Cascadia Elementary are 45% White, 22% Asian, 21% Two or more races, 8% Hispanic, 3% African American.


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