Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Castle Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Math Proficiency: 66%
- Reading Proficiency: 71%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castle Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Castle Heights Elementary School's student population of 483 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Castle Heights Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)66%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)71%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Castle Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Castle Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canfield Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Castle Heights Elementary School?
483 students attend Castle Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Castle Heights Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle Heights Elementary School?
Castle Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castle Heights Elementary School offer ?
Castle Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Castle Heights Elementary School part of?
Castle Heights Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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