Serving 917 students in grades 6-8, Castle Dome Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle Dome Middle School's student population of 917 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
917 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Castle Dome Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Dome Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1385 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
77%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
21%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Dome Middle School's ranking?
Castle Dome Middle School is ranked #1385 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Castle Dome Middle School often compared to?
Castle Dome Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crane Middle School, Gila Vista Jr High School, Ron Watson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Castle Dome Middle School?
917 students attend Castle Dome Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Castle Dome Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castle Dome Middle School?
Castle Dome Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Castle Dome Middle School offer ?
Castle Dome Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Castle Dome Middle School part of?
Castle Dome Middle School is part of Yuma Elementary District (4499).
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