Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Cavanaugh School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- 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 315 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cavanaugh School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1767 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
30%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cavanaugh School's ranking?
Cavanaugh School is ranked #1767 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cavanaugh School?
315 students attend Cavanaugh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Cavanaugh School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cavanaugh School?
Cavanaugh School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to 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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