Carroll County High vs Cave Spring High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 81 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carroll County High
Hillsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,033 students
Cave Spring High
Roanoke · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,046 students
| Measure | Carroll County High Hillsville, Virginia | Cave Spring High Roanoke, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #214 of 317 | #46 of 317 |
| National rank | #4007 of 16,910 | #583 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,033 | 1,046 |
| Enrollment | 1,033 | 1,046 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.4% | 27.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 94% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 92% |
| city | Hillsville | Roanoke |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cave Spring High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.6 vs 67.2).
- •Cave Spring High does better on math proficiency (92% vs 80%).
- •Cave Spring High does better on reading proficiency (94% vs 77%).
- •Cave Spring High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.2% vs 89.4%).
- •Carroll County High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 15.6).
- •Cave Spring High is the larger school with 1,046 students compared with 1,033.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Carroll County High better than Cave Spring High?
On the Success Index (US), Cave Spring High ranks higher (85.6 vs 67.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Carroll County High and Cave Spring High?
About 81 km in a straight line, between Hillsville and Roanoke in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carroll County High: 1,033. Cave Spring High: 1,046. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carroll County High and Cave Spring High rank in Virginia?
Carroll County High is 214th of 317 and Cave Spring High is 46th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).