Summary:
The Cabot School District in Cabot, Arkansas, serves 17 public schools, including elementary, middle, and high schools, and is a top-performing district ranked 29th out of 251 in the state.
Mountain Springs Elementary School stands out as the academic powerhouse, ranking 10th in the state with exceptional test scores in English and math, while Eastside Elementary School is a rising star, jumping to 34th place with strong science proficiency. At the high school level, Cabot High School is a consistent high achiever with a 93.8% graduation rate and a 5-star rating for three years. In contrast, Cabot Panther Academy struggles with a 78.1% graduation rate and low test scores, serving a high-need population. Middle schools like Cabot Junior High North show an advanced math phenomenon, with 100% proficiency in Geometry, though general math scores are closer to the district average.
Key metrics reveal a spending-achievement paradox: Magness Creek Elementary spends the most per student ($14,441) but is not a top performer, while Mountain Springs achieves excellence with moderate spending. Schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates, like Cabot Learning Academy (78.57%), tend to have lower test scores, highlighting economic challenges. Notable improvements include Northside Elementary, which jumped from the 29th to the 82nd percentile in three years. Overall, the district offers a mix of high-performing and struggling schools, with strong advanced programs in math and science, but economic disparities significantly impact outcomes.
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