Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Cavanaugh School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cavanaugh School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cavanaugh School's student population of 274 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cavanaugh School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
22%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
32%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cavanaugh School often compared to?
Cavanaugh Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest View School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Cavanaugh School?
274 students attend Cavanaugh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Cavanaugh School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cavanaugh School?
Cavanaugh School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cavanaugh School offer ?
Cavanaugh School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Cavanaugh School part of?
Cavanaugh School is part of Lansing Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Cavanaugh School located?
Cavanaugh School is located in the Old Everett Neighborhood neighborhood of Lansing, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Old Everett Neighborhood.
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