Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cavett Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cavett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cavett Elementary School's student population of 583 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cavett Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cavett Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#52 out of 902 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
76%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cavett Elementary School's ranking?
Cavett Elementary School is ranked #52 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Cavett Elementary School often compared to?
Cavett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pyrtle Elementary School, Sheridan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Cavett Elementary School?
583 students attend Cavett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Cavett Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cavett Elementary School?
Cavett Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cavett Elementary School offer ?
Cavett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cavett Elementary School part of?
Cavett Elementary School is part of Lincoln Public Schools School District.
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