Cave City Elementary School in Cave City, AR serves 528 students in grades K–5 with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, which is approximately equal to the state average.
Math proficiency is 43%, higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and slightly above the district rate of 42%.
Reading proficiency stands at 49%, which is higher than the state average of 40% and approximately equal to the district average of 48%.
Science proficiency is 44%, exceeding the state average of 36% and matching the district average.
The school's overall ranking improved to #263 in 2023 from #459 in 2019, showing positive progress.
Enrollment has decreased from 584 students in 2022 to 528 students in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch remains high, reflecting ongoing socioeconomic challenges in this Arkansas rural elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cave City Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district and covers approximately 285.1 square miles around Cave City, AR, with the furthest edge located about 16.5 miles from the school. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.4 miles to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cave City Elementary School's student population of 605 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cave City Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cave City Elementary School is 0.13, which is less 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
#263 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)19%
26.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cavemen
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cave City Elementary School's ranking?
Cave City Elementary School is ranked #263 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Cave City Elementary School often compared to?
Cave City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sulphur Rock Magnet Elementary School, Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Cave City Elementary School?
605 students attend Cave City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cave City Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cave City Elementary School?
Cave City Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cave City Elementary School offer ?
Cave City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cave City Elementary School part of?
Cave City Elementary School is part of Cave City School District.
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