Serving 423 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Math Proficiency: 38%
- Reading Proficiency: 64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castaic Middle School's student population of 423 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Castaic Middle School is 0.62, 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)38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
41%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Castaic Middle School?
423 students attend Castaic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Castaic Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% 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 24:1, which is higher than 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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