Cascade Middle School vs Islander Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 23 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cascade Middle School
Auburn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
966 students
Islander Middle School
Mercer Island · Public middle · Grades 6–8
960 students
| Measure | Cascade Middle School Auburn, Washington | Islander Middle School Mercer Island, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #301 of 363 | #6 of 363 |
| National rank | #10983 of 15,369 | #911 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 966 | 960 |
| Enrollment | 966 | 960 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.2% | 7.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 81% |
| city | Auburn | Mercer Island |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Islander Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.8 vs 34.4).
- •Islander Middle School does better on math proficiency (81% vs 31%).
- •Islander Middle School does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 45%).
- •Islander Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.8% vs 65.2%).
- •Cascade Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 21.3).
- •Cascade Middle School is the larger school with 966 students compared with 960.
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 Cascade Middle School better than Islander Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Islander Middle School ranks higher (83.8 vs 34.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Cascade Middle School and Islander Middle School?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Auburn and Mercer Island in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cascade Middle School: 966. Islander Middle School: 960. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cascade Middle School and Islander Middle School rank in Washington?
Cascade Middle School is 301st of 363 and Islander Middle School is 6th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).