Serving 439 students in grades 7-8, Castaic Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castaic Middle School's student population of 439 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Castaic Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castaic Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2981 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castaic Middle School's ranking?
Castaic Middle School is ranked #2981 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Castaic Middle School often compared to?
Castaic Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho Pico Junior High School, Valencia High School, La Mesa Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Castaic Middle School?
439 students attend Castaic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Castaic Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castaic Middle School?
Castaic Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castaic Middle School offer ?
Castaic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Castaic Middle School part of?
Castaic Middle School is part of Castaic Union School District.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2019
This is a great school, I enjoyed both years and most of the teachers were really nice and easy-going. Overall amazing school.
4 9/20/2018
I thinks a pretty good school teachers are nice our principal is good and all around the school is good for an 8th like me
2 3/22/2010
School officials don't here don't take sexual harassment seriously, instead considering it "school boy pranks".
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