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#64 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 3% in state

Cascade Ridge Elementary

Elementary School · Issaquah School District

2020 TROSSACHS BLVD SE, Sammamish, WA 98075

Enrollment

407

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#64 of 2,228

In Sammamish

#4 of 14

public schools

In district

#7 of 30

Issaquah School District

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Cascade Ridge Elementary

9.2/10

Elementary School in Sammamish · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sunny Hills Elementary

9.2/10

Sammamish, WA. Compare side by side with Cascade Ridge Elementary before ruling this option in or out.

Endeavour Elementary School

9.2/10

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About Cascade Ridge Elementary

Cascade Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Sammamish, WA, part of Issaquah School District. Cascade Ridge Elementary serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cascade Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #64 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Cascade Ridge Elementary show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.9
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency91% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87.2% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+39.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+38.8 pts
Overall Proficiency89% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+15.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,188

Cascade Ridge Elementary — Students at Cascade Ridge Elementary score 89% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

3.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 89.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 88.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2018
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2022
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2024
Math
91.2%
ELA
87.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Cascade Ridge Elementary Compares

See how Cascade Ridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
97th percentile in WA
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
3%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2020 TROSSACHS BLVD SE, Sammamish, WA 98075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cascade Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cedar Trails Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Endeavour Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Issaquah), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sammamish, see our Sammamish schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Endeavour Elementary School Issaquah 1.6 mi 9.2
Challenger Elementary Issaquah 1.7 mi 8.1
Beaver Lake Middle School Issaquah 1.7 mi 8.3
SNOQUALMIE SPRINGS SCHOOL Issaquah 2.3 mi 4.9
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - SAMMAMISH Issaquah 2.3 mi
Pacific Cascade Middle School Issaquah 2.8 mi 7.8
Rachel Carson Elementary Sammamish 2.8 mi 9.1
Inglewood Middle School Sammamish 2.8 mi 8.1
ISSAQUAH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah 3.0 mi
Grand Ridge Elementary Issaquah 3.4 mi 8.9
LAKESIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Issaquah 2.6 mi
Sunny Hills Elementary Sammamish 2.6 mi 9.2
Cedar Trails Elementary Sammamish 3.0 mi 9.4
Skyline High School Sammamish 2.8 mi 7.7
Pine Lake Middle School Sammamish 2.9 mi 7.9
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Sammamish 3.4 mi 9.6
Discovery Elementary Issaquah 2.8 mi 9.0
EASTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Issaquah 3.4 mi 7.8
Samantha Smith Elementary Sammamish 3.2 mi 8.7
Eastlake High School Sammamish 3.1 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$1,457,900

Median Rent

$3,072/mo

Population

25,231

College Educated

76.7%

Homeownership

88.6%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

41.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cascade Ridge Elementary

What grades does Cascade Ridge Elementary serve?

Cascade Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Cascade Ridge Elementary?

Cascade Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cascade Ridge Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cascade Ridge Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cascade Ridge Elementary rank in WA?

Cascade Ridge Elementary ranks #64 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Cascade Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cascade Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cascade Ridge Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cascade Ridge Elementary has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Cascade Ridge Elementary a charter school?

No, Cascade Ridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cascade Ridge Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cascade Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cascade Ridge Elementary?

3.2% of students at Cascade Ridge Elementary 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
3 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Cascade Ridge Elementary stack up?

Sunny Hills Elementary
9.2

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
3.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County

District

Issaquah School District
District Enrollment
19,452
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,188
District Rank
#7 of 30

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