For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,816 students in Castaic, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 9 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Castaic, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Castaic, CA are Castaic Elementary School, Northlake Hills Elementary School and Castaic High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Castaic, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Castaic have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Castaic, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Castaic Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30455 Park Vista Dr.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4530
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4530
Gr: K-6 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Northlake Hills Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32545 Ridge Route Rd.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4560
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4560
Gr: K-7 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Castaic High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
31575 Valley Creek Rd.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 888-6288
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 888-6288
Gr: 9-12 | 1,193 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Live Oak Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27715 Saddleridge Rd.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 295-4540
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 295-4540
Gr: K-6 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Castaic Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
28900 Hillcrest Pkwy.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4550
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4550
Gr: 7-8 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Santa Clarita Valley International
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
28060 Hasley Canyon Rd. Ste. 2
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 705-4820
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 705-4820
Gr: K-12 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Castaic, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Castaic, CA include Castaic Elementary School, Northlake Hills Elementary School and Castaic High School.
How many public schools are located in Castaic?
7 public schools are located in Castaic.
What percentage of students in Castaic go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Castaic are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Castaic?
Castaic public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Castaic are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Castaic include: Northlake Hills Elementary School vs. Live Oak Elementary School, Castaic Elementary School vs. Live Oak Elementary School, Live Oak Elementary School vs. Castaic Elementary School
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