Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Cavanaugh School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cavanaugh School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 51.6 square miles in Lansing, MI, with a typical drive to the school taking around 10-12 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cavanaugh School's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Join us in 'Cougar Country'!
School Rankings
Cavanaugh School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cavanaugh School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1422 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cavanaugh School's ranking?
Cavanaugh School is ranked #1422 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cavanaugh School often compared to?
Cavanaugh Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyons School, Forest View School, Post Oak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cavanaugh School?
245 students attend Cavanaugh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Cavanaugh School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cavanaugh School?
Cavanaugh School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cavanaugh School offer ?
Cavanaugh School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cavanaugh School part of?
Cavanaugh School is part of Lansing Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Cavanaugh School located?
Cavanaugh School is located in the Old Everett Neighborhood neighborhood of Lansing, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Old Everett Neighborhood.
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