Cave Spring High School is a four-year public secondary high school in Roanoke, Virginia, United States. It is under the jurisdiction of Roanoke County Public Schools. Cave Spring is one of two high schools that serve southwest Roanoke County and one of five high schools that serve the Roanoke County school district.
Serving 1,075 students in grades 9-12, Cave Spring High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cave Spring High School's student population of 1,075 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
1,075 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Cave Spring High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 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
#52 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)86%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
6%
22%
White
77%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cave Spring High School's ranking?
Cave Spring High School is ranked #52 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 90%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Cave Spring High School?
1,075 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 5/21/2020
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.
5 4/4/2007
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!!!!!!!!!
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