Cascadia Elementary vs Custer Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 6.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cascadia Elementary
Ferndale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
440 students
Custer Elem
Custer · Public elementary · Grades K–5
392 students
| Measure | Cascadia Elementary Ferndale, Washington | Custer Elem Custer, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #324 of 1,154 | #748 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #11712 of 50,301 | #25871 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 440 | 392 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 392 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 54.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 47% |
| city | Ferndale | Custer |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cascadia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.4 vs 48.9).
- •Cascadia Elementary does better on math proficiency (70% vs 47%).
- •Cascadia Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 52%).
- •Custer Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 59.3%).
- •Cascadia Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 17.8).
- •Cascadia Elementary is the larger school with 440 students compared with 392.
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 Cascadia Elementary better than Custer Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Cascadia Elementary ranks higher (69.4 vs 48.9 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 Cascadia Elementary and Custer Elem?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between Ferndale and Custer in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cascadia Elementary: 440. Custer Elem: 392. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cascadia Elementary and Custer Elem rank in Washington?
Cascadia Elementary is 324th of 1,154 and Custer Elem is 748th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).