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#117 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 10% in state

Cascades School

Elementary School · Lebanon Community SD 9

2163 7th St, Lebanon, OR 97355

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Lebanon

#1 of 9

public schools

Oregon elementary schools

#101 of 689

In district

#1 of 9

Lebanon Community SD 9

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Cascades School

Cascades School is a public elementary school in Lebanon, OR, part of the Lebanon Community SD 9. The school serves approximately 262 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 90.5th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 28% proficiency in math, 4 points below the state average and 34% in reading/language arts, 9 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $64,307, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a fringe town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency40%
Math vs. State Avg+6.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3 pts
Overall Proficiency39%
Expected (poverty-adj.)31%
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.9Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,749

Cascades School — Students at Cascades School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.2%
School
State
31.8%
ELA Proficiency 34.0%
School
State
43.0%

Based on 8 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
38.7%
ELA
40%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Cascades School Compares

See how Cascades School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
91th percentile in OR
Academic
7.8/10
7.8/10
Growth
9.6/10
Above average
Environment
6.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers

Location

2163 7th St, Lebanon, OR 97355

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cascades School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sweet Home Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Sweet Home), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sand Ridge Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Riverview School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lebanon, see our Lebanon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lebanon High School Lebanon 0.4 mi 4.4
Green Acres School Lebanon 1.0 mi 5.9
Riverview School Lebanon 1.2 mi 7.5
Pioneer School Lebanon 1.8 mi 6.8
Seven Oak Middle School Lebanon 1.5 mi 5.0
Sand Ridge Charter School Lebanon 3.8 mi 7.9
Hamilton Creek School Lebanon 4.0 mi 7.4
Sweet Home Charter School Sweet Home 9.0 mi 8.4
Timber Ridge School Albany 10.5 mi 7.3
Meadow Ridge Elementary Albany 10.6 mi 7.0
South Albany High School Albany 9.8 mi 3.8
Lacomb School Lebanon 9.6 mi 6.1
South Shore Elementary School Albany 10.7 mi 5.8
Periwinkle Elementary School Albany 10.4 mi 7.4
Oak Elementary School Albany 10.2 mi 6.0
Tangent Elementary School Tangent 9.4 mi 7.5
Centennial Elementary School Scio 12.8 mi 5.2
Scio Middle School Scio 12.9 mi 3.6
Willamette Connections Academy Scio 12.9 mi 2.7
Riverside High School Albany 10.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,307

Median Home Value

$332,700

Median Rent

$1,267/mo

Population

33,236

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

42.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Cascades School has a median household income of $64,307. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $332,700, with a median rent of $1,267/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.4%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bolton Primary School West Linn, OR 8.5
John Tuck Elementary School Redmond, OR 8.5
Stafford Primary School West Linn, OR 8.5
Terra Linda Elementary School Portland, OR 8.5
Twin Oaks Elementary School Eugene, OR 8.5
Buff Elementary School Madras, OR 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cascades School

What grades does Cascades School serve?

Cascades School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Cascades School?

Cascades School has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cascades School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cascades School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cascades School rank in OR?

Cascades School is ranked #117 out of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Cascades School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cascades School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cascades School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cascades School has 28.2% math proficiency and 34.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Cascades School a charter school?

No, Cascades School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cascades School a Title I school?

No, Cascades School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cascades School?

71.0% of students at Cascades School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,206/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Lebanon). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Linn County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Lebanon Community SD 9
District Enrollment
4,065
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,990
District Rank
#1 of 9

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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