Serving 52 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cave Creek Of Excellence ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cave Creek Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Cave Creek Of Excellence's student population of 52 students has declined by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 77% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cave Creek Of Excellence ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cave Creek Of Excellence is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#767 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
27%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cave Creek Of Excellence's ranking?
Cave Creek Of Excellence is ranked #767 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cave Creek Of Excellence?
The graduation rate of Cave Creek Of Excellence is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Cave Creek Of Excellence?
52 students attend Cave Creek Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Cave Creek Of Excellence students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cave Creek Of Excellence?
Cave Creek Of Excellence has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cave Creek Of Excellence offer ?
Cave Creek Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cave Creek Of Excellence part of?
Cave Creek Of Excellence is part of Cave Creek Unified District (4244) School District.
In what neighborhood is Cave Creek Of Excellence located?
Cave Creek Of Excellence is located in the Pinnacle Peak neighborhood of Cave Creek, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Pinnacle Peak.
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