Castillero Middle School serves 973 students in grades 6-8.
Castillero Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castillero Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Castillero Middle School's student population of 973 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
973 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Castillero Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Castillero Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1322 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%

Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
16%
12%

Hispanic
41%
56%

Black
2%
5%

White
34%
21%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a

Two or more races
7%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 is Castillero Middle School's ranking?
Castillero Middle School is ranked #1322 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Castillero Middle School?
973 students attend Castillero Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Castillero Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castillero Middle School?
Castillero Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castillero Middle School offer ?
Castillero Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Castillero Middle School part of?
Castillero Middle School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2020
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