Serving 127 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Castle Dale School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Castle Dale School serves the northwest part of its school district in Castle Dale, UT, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to get to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle Dale School's student population of 127 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
127 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Castle Dale School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Dale School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#521 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Dale School's ranking?
Castle Dale School is ranked #521 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Castle Dale School?
127 students attend Castle Dale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Castle Dale School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castle Dale School?
Castle Dale School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castle Dale School offer ?
Castle Dale School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Castle Dale School part of?
Castle Dale School is part of Emery School District.
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