Serving 1,046 students in grades 9-12, Cave Spring High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,046 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Cave Spring High serves the southern part of Roanoke, VA, covering an attendance area of approximately 72.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of around 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cave Spring High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cave Spring High School's student population of 1,046 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
1,046 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Cave Spring High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cave Spring High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#793 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
77%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cave Spring High School's ranking?
Cave Spring High School is ranked #793 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Cave Spring High School often compared to?
Cave Spring High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidden Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cave Spring High School?
The graduation rate of Cave Spring High School is 94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Cave Spring High School?
1,046 students attend Cave Spring High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cave Spring High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cave Spring High School?
Cave Spring High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cave Spring High School offer ?
Cave Spring High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Cave Spring High School part of?
Cave Spring High School is part of Roanoke County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We have been in the Cave Spring Middle and High Schools for 5 years. I highly recommend them based on all five of the above criteria, quality of academic programs, availability of music, art, sports,etc., academic/athletic awards (think JJ Reddick & the Barbour twins), the facilities are older, but well maintained, and great parent involvement. You can't beat CS for all around wonderful school!!!!!!!!!
5 10/10/2025
Great school. Teachers willing to help always. Do a lot for the seniors. Definitely the best school around and they are rebuilding it so it will be updated for the future classes.
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