Serving 725 students in grades 9-12, Castlemont High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 45% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castlemont High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Castlemont High School's student population of 725 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Castlemont High School is 0.50, which is less 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)≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6-9%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
28%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Castlemont High School often compared to?
Castlemont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fremont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Castlemont High School?
The graduation rate of Castlemont High School is 45%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Castlemont High School?
725 students attend Castlemont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Castlemont High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castlemont High School?
Castlemont High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castlemont High School offer ?
Castlemont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Castlemont High School part of?
Castlemont High School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
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