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Cascade Public Schools
High School · Why Not You Academy
22419 Pacific Highway South, Des Moines, WA 98198
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Cascade Public Schools
High School in Des Moines · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cascade Public Schools
Cascade Public Schools is a public high school in Des Moines, WA, part of Why Not You Academy. Cascade Public Schools serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Cascade Public Schools show 7% math proficiency (2024 SBA) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 SBA). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 193 students, Cascade Public Schools is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Cascade Public Schools is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
51% of students at Cascade Public Schools were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 193 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Address
- 22419 Pacific Highway South, Des Moines, WA 98198
- Phone
- (253) 271-8629
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
How Cascade Public Schools Compares
See how Cascade Public Schools performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
22419 Pacific Highway South, Des Moines, WA 98198
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cascade Public Schools may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Maritime High School (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away). Another option is Mount Rainier High School (rated 5.8/10, 0.5 miles away). Additionally, Tyee High School (rated 2.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Seatac). For more schools in Des Moines, see our Des Moines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Midway Elementary Des Moines | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Pacific Middle School Des Moines | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Mount Rainier High School Des Moines | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| River Ridge Elementary Seatac | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL Des Moines | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Des Moines Elementary Des Moines | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Madrona Elementary Seatac | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Parkside Elementary Des Moines | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Sunnycrest Elementary School Kent | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Des Moines | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| K-SCHOOL Des Moines | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Maritime High School Des Moines | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| North Hill Elementary Des Moines | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Chinook Middle School Seatac | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Woodmont K-8 School Des Moines | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| BASIC STEPS ACADEMY Kent | 2.1 mi | — |
| Tyee High School Seatac | 2.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Star Lake Elementary School Kent | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Bow Lake Elementary Seatac | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Evergreen Middle School Kent | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98198 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,938
Median Home Value
$527,100
Median Rent
$1,770/mo
Population
39,815
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cascade Public Schools
What grades does Cascade Public Schools serve?
Cascade Public Schools serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cascade Public Schools?
Cascade Public Schools has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cascade Public Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Cascade Public Schools is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Cascade Public Schools?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cascade Public Schools has 7% math proficiency (2024 SBA) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 SBA).
Is Cascade Public Schools a charter school?
Yes, Cascade Public Schools is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Cascade Public Schools a Title I school?
No, Cascade Public Schools is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cascade Public Schools?
5.2% of students at Cascade Public Schools 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 193
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.3%
- Phone
- (253) 271-8629
Resources & Links
District
Why Not You Academy- District Enrollment
- 193
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,856
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