Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Castle Heights Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Castle Heights Middle serves the eastern part of Rock Hill, SC, covering an area of approximately 51.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school being about 7.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle Heights Middle School's student population of 669 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
669 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Castle Heights Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Heights Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#900 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Heights Middle School's ranking?
Castle Heights Middle School is ranked #900 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Castle Heights Middle School often compared to?
Castle Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutchman Creek Middle School, Saluda Trail Middle School, Banks Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Castle Heights Middle School?
669 students attend Castle Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Castle Heights Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castle Heights Middle School?
Castle Heights Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Castle Heights Middle School offer ?
Castle Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Castle Heights Middle School part of?
Castle Heights Middle School is part of York 03 School District.
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