Serving 320 students in grades 8-12, Castlewood High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castlewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Castlewood High School's student population of 320 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castlewood High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castlewood High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#635 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
18%
Black
n/a
22%
White
99%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castlewood High School's ranking?
Castlewood High School is ranked #635 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Castlewood High School often compared to?
Castlewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honaker High School, Lebanon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Castlewood High School?
The graduation rate of Castlewood High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Castlewood High School?
320 students attend Castlewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Castlewood High School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castlewood High School?
Castlewood High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Castlewood High School offer ?
Castlewood High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Castlewood High School part of?
Castlewood High School is part of Russell Co PBLC Schs School District.
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