Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Castle Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castle Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Castle Hills Elementary School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castle Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Hills Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1259 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
73%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
22%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Castle Hills Elementary School is ranked #1259 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Castle Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Castle Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larkspur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Castle Hills Elementary School?
461 students attend Castle Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Castle Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle Hills Elementary School?
Castle Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Castle Hills Elementary School offer ?
Castle Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Castle Hills Elementary School part of?
Castle Hills Elementary School is part of North East ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 1/17/2015
Love this school and recommend to anyone. My daughter has been there 4 years and I know she is getting a quality education and being prepared for advanced academic learning!
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