Cascade Elementary School

14519 Pennersville Rd
Cascade, MD 21719
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 137 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cascade Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 137 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50% in MD
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cascade Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Cascade Elementary School's student population of 137 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating learning communities that spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and inspire success.

School Rankings

Cascade Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cascade Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MD)
#701 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
27%
35-39%
45%
21-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
24%
Black
2%
32%
White
79%
31%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.36
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cascade Elementary School's ranking?
Cascade Elementary School is ranked #701 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Cascade Elementary School often compared to?
Cascade Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boonsboro Elementary School, Bester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cascade Elementary School?
137 students attend Cascade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Cascade Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cascade Elementary School?
Cascade Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cascade Elementary School offer ?
Cascade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cascade Elementary School part of?
Cascade Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 137 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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