Serving 303 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cavanaugh Elementary School serves the southwest area of Fort Smith, AR, covering approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, typically around 1.2 miles from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone extending to 2.5 miles.
- 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
School Overview
Cavanaugh Elementary School's student population of 303 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cavanaugh Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cavanaugh Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#139 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cavanaugh Crimson, Rocky Gray, Pawprint Black, White
School Mascot
Cougar
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 #139 out of 989 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 Elementary School, Beard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
303 students attend Cavanaugh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Cavanaugh Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% 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 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cavanaugh Elementary School offer ?
Cavanaugh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cavanaugh Elementary School part of?
Cavanaugh Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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