Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower 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 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School's student population of 359 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#454 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
92%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School's ranking?
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School is ranked #454 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School often compared to?
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland High 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 39% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School?
359 students attend Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School?
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School offer ?
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School part of?
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School is part of Cave City School District.
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