Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cavanaugh Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cavanaugh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cavanaugh Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cavanaugh Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cavanaugh Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
9%
19%
White
54%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cavanaugh Elementary School's ranking?
Cavanaugh Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Cavanaugh Elementary School often compared to?
Cavanaugh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmer H. Cook Elem. School, Beard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Cavanaugh Elementary School?
310 students attend Cavanaugh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Cavanaugh Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cavanaugh Elementary School?
Cavanaugh Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cavanaugh Elementary School offer ?
Cavanaugh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cavanaugh Elementary School part of?
Cavanaugh Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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