Cascade Public Schools vs River Ridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 759 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
River Ridge Elementary
SeaTac · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
697 students
| Measure | Cascade Public Schools Des Moines, Washington | River Ridge Elementary SeaTac, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 333 | #1013 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #2224 of 16,910 | #36763 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 126 | 697 |
| Enrollment | 126 | 697 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.6% | 72.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Des Moines | SeaTac |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cascade Public Schools scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.5 vs 32.8).
- •Cascade Public Schools does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.6% vs 72.7%).
- •Cascade Public Schools does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 17.0).
- •River Ridge Elementary is the larger school with 697 students compared with 126.
- •Cascade Public Schools is a charter school while River Ridge 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 River Ridge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cascade Public Schools ranks higher (74.5 vs 32.8 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 River Ridge Elementary?
About 759 m in a straight line, between Des Moines and SeaTac in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cascade Public Schools: 126. River Ridge Elementary: 697. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cascade Public Schools and River Ridge Elementary rank in Washington?
Cascade Public Schools is 31st of 333 and River Ridge Elementary is 1013th of 1,154 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).