Cascadia Elementary vs Horizon Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 740 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cascadia Elementary
Ferndale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
440 students
Horizon Middle School
Ferndale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
433 students
| Measure | Cascadia Elementary Ferndale, Washington | Horizon Middle School Ferndale, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #324 of 1,154 | #207 of 363 |
| National rank | #11712 of 50,301 | #7525 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 440 | 433 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 55.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 42% |
| city | Ferndale | Ferndale |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cascadia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.4 vs 50.6).
- •Cascadia Elementary does better on math proficiency (70% vs 42%).
- •Cascadia Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 56%).
- •Horizon Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.4% vs 59.3%).
- •Cascadia Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 17.3).
- •Cascadia Elementary is the larger school with 440 students compared with 433.
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 Horizon Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Cascadia Elementary ranks higher (69.4 vs 50.6 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 Horizon Middle School?
About 740 m in a straight line, between Ferndale and Ferndale in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cascadia Elementary: 440. Horizon Middle School: 433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cascadia Elementary and Horizon Middle School rank in Washington?
Cascadia Elementary is 324th of 1,154 and Horizon Middle School is 207th of 363 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).