Caverna Elementary School

Caverna Elementary School is a regular public school located in Cave City, Kentucky, near the town’s main thoroughfare on North Dixie Highway. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, Caverna Elementary has an enrollment of 317 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1 with 24 full-time equivalent teachers. The school is situated in a rural setting, providing a close-knit community atmosphere for its young learners.

While the academic performance data shows room for improvement—state rankings place Caverna Elementary at #801 out of 1288 schools in Kentucky and an ELA/Reading proficiency rate of 25%—the school continues to focus on student development and growth. With a MySchoolScout Rating of 4.8 out of 10, the community supports Caverna Elementary as it works to enhance educational outcomes for its students. Caverna Elementary School is nestled in a rural area near Cave City, offering a warm and supportive environment for learning and personal development.

While current test scores at Caverna Elementary School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Caverna Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.