Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Cave Spring Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cave Spring Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cave Spring Elementary School's student population of 163 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cave Spring Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cave Spring Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#592 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
4%
36%
White
89%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cave Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Cave Spring Elementary School is ranked #592 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cave Spring Elementary School?
163 students attend Cave Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cave Spring Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cave Spring Elementary School?
Cave Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cave Spring Elementary School offer ?
Cave Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Cave Spring Elementary School part of?
Cave Spring Elementary School is part of Floyd County School District.
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