Cascade Public Schools vs Pacific Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 472 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
Pacific Middle School
Des Moines · Public middle · Grades 6–8
604 students
| Measure | Cascade Public Schools Des Moines, Washington | Pacific Middle School Des Moines, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 333 | #244 of 363 |
| National rank | #2224 of 16,910 | #8969 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 126 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 126 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.6% | 74.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 60% |
| Math proficiency | – | 38% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cascade Public Schools scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.5 vs 43.9).
- •Cascade Public Schools does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.6% vs 74.3%).
- •Cascade Public Schools does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 18.9).
- •Pacific Middle School is the larger school with 604 students compared with 126.
- •Cascade Public Schools is a charter school while Pacific Middle School 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 Pacific Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Cascade Public Schools ranks higher (74.5 vs 43.9 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 Pacific Middle School?
About 472 m in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cascade Public Schools: 126. Pacific Middle School: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cascade Public Schools and Pacific Middle School rank in Washington?
Cascade Public Schools is 31st of 333 and Pacific Middle School is 244th of 363 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).