Below Average

#362 of 381 private schools in WA

Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary

Elementary School

15502 96TH ST E, Puyallup, WA 98372

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#362 of 381

In Puyallup

#5 of 5

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About Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary

Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary is a private elementary school in Puyallup, WA. Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #362 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares2.7 pts below WA schools

4.1

This school 4.1 · Below Average
WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in Puyallup, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.8:1

This School

16.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

302

This School

501

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.1

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.8% vs 0%

Asian 2.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.7% vs 0%

Black 1% vs 0%

Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary Puyallup Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary (this school)	—	302	16.8:1	4.1
Shaw Road Elementary	1.9 mi	616	17.1:1	6.8
Sunrise Elementary	2.2 mi	700	17.1:1	5.9
Wildwood Elementary	2.4 mi	370	14.2:1	6.2
Ridgecrest Elementary	2.6 mi	466	16.6:1	8.0
Spinning Elementary	2.9 mi	296	14.1:1	9.2
Warren Hunt Elem	3.4 mi	702	16.3:1	5.8
Stewart Elementary	3.6 mi	319	12.8:1	4.8
PSD Special Services	3.8 mi	75	18.8:1	—
Meeker Elementary	3.9 mi	368	15.3:1	6.1
Pope Elementary	4.1 mi	735	16.7:1	7.3
Firgrove Elementary	4.3 mi	631	15.4:1	4.9
Puyallup Online Academy/POA	4.4 mi	180	15:1	6.0
Puyallup Parent Partnership Program	4.4 mi	106	15.1:1	5.8
Maplewood Elementary	4.4 mi	357	15.5:1	5.3
Edward Zeiger Elem	4.5 mi	476	15.9:1	5.2
G W Edgerton Elementary	4.7 mi	757	17.2:1	6.5
Karshner Elementary	4.7 mi	414	15.9:1	5.1
Fruitland Elementary	4.8 mi	574	19.1:1	7.0
Woodland Elementary	5.0 mi	592	16.9:1	8.2
Dessie F Evans Elementary	5.6 mi	916	16.4:1	4.5

Showing 20 of 26 schools. View all schools in Puyallup

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.

Classroom Attention

C 2.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.8:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,080

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 30%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 302

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 82.8%

Two or More 9.9%

Asian 2.3%

Hispanic 1.7%

Pacific Islander 1.7%

Black 1.0%

Native American 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

15502 96TH ST E, Puyallup, WA 98372

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tehaleh Heights Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Bonney Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bonney Lake Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Bonney Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maple Lawn Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Sumner), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Puyallup, see our Puyallup schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sumner	1.8 mi	38	5.7
Maple Lawn Elementary Sumner	1.9 mi	603	8.6
Sumner Middle School Sumner	1.9 mi	697	7.8
Sumner High School Sumner	2.4 mi	1,866	7.4
Shaw Road Elementary Puyallup	1.9 mi	616	6.8
Daffodil Valley Elementary Sumner	2.7 mi	521	6.8
NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Puyallup	2.0 mi	154	6.3
Sumner Special Services Sumner	2.6 mi	52	—
Sunrise Elementary Puyallup	2.2 mi	700	5.9
CASCADE CHRISTIAN -JUNIOR HIGH/HIGH SCHOOL Puyallup	2.3 mi	479	6.2
Victor Falls Elementary Bonney Lake	2.3 mi	515	7.6
Bonney Lake Elementary Bonney Lake	2.3 mi	424	8.9
Ridgecrest Elementary Puyallup	2.6 mi	466	8.0
Lakeridge Middle School Bonney Lake	2.8 mi	736	7.4
Tehaleh Heights Elementary School Bonney Lake	3.1 mi	497	9.3
Ferrucci Jr High Puyallup	2.4 mi	828	5.7
Wildwood Elementary Puyallup	2.4 mi	370	6.2
Bonney Lake High School Bonney Lake	2.6 mi	1,676	5.0
Crestwood Elementary Bonney Lake	3.6 mi	417	8.1
Warren Hunt Elem Puyallup	3.4 mi	702	5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,316

Median Home Value

$570,100

Median Rent

$1,745/mo

Population

26,662

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

51.4%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

37.7

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Bay View Elementary Burlington, WA	406	4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary

What grades does Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary serve?

Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary?

Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary rank in WA?

Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary ranks #362 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary a private school?

Yes, Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary a religious school?

Cascade Christian School - Mcalder Elementary has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 29 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment: 302
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 18
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Other Religious
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Pierce County
Phone: (253) 841-1776

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