Serving 751 students in grades 6-8, Cave Spring Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cave Spring Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cave Spring Middle School's student population of 751 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Cave Spring Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cave Spring Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#182 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
77%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cave Spring Middle School's ranking?
Cave Spring Middle School is ranked #182 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Cave Spring Middle School often compared to?
Cave Spring Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidden Valley Middle School, Northside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Cave Spring Middle School?
751 students attend Cave Spring Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cave Spring Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cave Spring Middle School?
Cave Spring Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cave Spring Middle School offer ?
Cave Spring Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Cave Spring Middle School part of?
Cave Spring Middle School is part of Roanoke County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/19/2022
This school is fabulous. The teachers motivate and encourage their students. Mrs. Hill is by far the best administrator I have ever had the pleasure to meet. We need a lot more Mrs. Hills in the school system. The teachers at CSMS challenge their students positively while having expectations. It creates students who are interested in learning and who thrive. The students feel safe and cared for at this school.
5 12/27/2018
I go to cave spring middle school and there is a lot to do there next year when the fifty grade come and start being 6th graders they will have lockers from 6th grade through 12th grade all the teachers there are nice.
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