Brookside Elementary vs Cascade K-8 Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brookside Elementary
Lake Forest Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
372 students
Cascade K-8 Community School
Shoreline · Public elementary · Grades K–8
197 students
| Measure | Brookside Elementary Lake Forest Park, Washington | Cascade K-8 Community School Shoreline, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #153 of 1,154 | #169 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #5588 of 50,301 | #5946 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 372 | 197 |
| Enrollment | 372 | 197 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.9% | 17.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 62% |
| city | Lake Forest Park | Shoreline |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (78.9 vs 78.3).
- •Brookside Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 62%).
- •Brookside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 77%).
- •Cascade K-8 Community School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.3% vs 33.9%).
- •Cascade K-8 Community School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 16.9).
- •Brookside Elementary is the larger school with 372 students compared with 197.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Brookside Elementary better than Cascade K-8 Community School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Brookside Elementary and Cascade K-8 Community School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Lake Forest Park and Shoreline in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brookside Elementary: 372. Cascade K-8 Community School: 197. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brookside Elementary and Cascade K-8 Community School rank in Washington?
Brookside Elementary is 153rd of 1,154 and Cascade K-8 Community School is 169th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).