Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School in Cave City, AR, has a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of 14 to 1.
The school's graduation rate is 95%, ranking in the top 5% statewide and higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
Math proficiency ranges from 25% to 29%, significantly lower than the state average of 39%, while reading proficiency is between 45% and 49%, which is higher than the state average of 40%.
Science proficiency is 35% to 39%, approximately equal to the state average of 36%.
Enrollment has declined from 410 students in 2019 to 371 students in 2023, while eligibility for free lunch remains high at 54%, demonstrating a stable socioeconomic profile over recent years.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Cave City High School's attendance zone covers the entire Cave City school district, encompassing approximately 285.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.5 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.17, 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
#454 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
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
6:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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, 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?
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 89.9%.
How many students attend Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School?
375 students attend Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 14:1.
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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