Serving 115 students in grades 6-8, Caverna Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Caverna Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Horse Cave, KY, covering approximately 22.5 square miles. Most students live within a 3-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.9 miles away, making for typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Caverna Middle School's student population of 115 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
115 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Rankings
Caverna Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caverna Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1125 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
75%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caverna Middle School's ranking?
Caverna Middle School is ranked #1125 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Caverna Middle School?
115 students attend Caverna Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Caverna Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caverna Middle School?
Caverna Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Caverna Middle School offer ?
Caverna Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Caverna Middle School part of?
Caverna Middle School is part of Caverna Independent School District.
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