Serving 741 students in grades 7-8, Castle Rock Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle Rock Middle School's student population of 741 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castle Rock Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Rock Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#783 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
1%
4%
White
72%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Rock Middle School's ranking?
Castle Rock Middle School is ranked #783 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Castle Rock Middle School often compared to?
Castle Rock Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Castle Rock Middle School?
741 students attend Castle Rock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Castle Rock Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle Rock Middle School?
Castle Rock Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Castle Rock Middle School offer ?
Castle Rock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Castle Rock Middle School part of?
Castle Rock Middle School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School With Students
August 07, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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