Cascade Public Schools vs Midway Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 411 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cascade Public Schools
Des Moines · Charter high · Grades 9–12
126 students
Midway Elementary
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
548 students
| Measure | Cascade Public Schools Des Moines, Washington | Midway Elementary Des Moines, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 333 | #1058 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #2224 of 16,910 | #38884 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 126 | 548 |
| Enrollment | 126 | 548 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.6% | 78.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 40% |
| Math proficiency | – | 36% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cascade Public Schools scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.5 vs 29.5).
- •Cascade Public Schools does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.6% vs 78.1%).
- •Cascade Public Schools does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 18.3).
- •Midway Elementary is the larger school with 548 students compared with 126.
- •Cascade Public Schools is a charter school while Midway Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Public Schools better than Midway Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cascade Public Schools ranks higher (74.5 vs 29.5 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 Public Schools and Midway Elementary?
About 411 m in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cascade Public Schools: 126. Midway Elementary: 548. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cascade Public Schools and Midway Elementary rank in Washington?
Cascade Public Schools is 31st of 333 and Midway Elementary is 1058th of 1,154 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).