Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Castle Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castle Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Castle Hills Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
Castle Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Hills Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#747 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
73%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
20%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunners
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Castle Hills Elementary School is ranked #747 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Castle Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Castle Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larkspur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Castle Hills Elementary School?
439 students attend Castle Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Castle Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castle Hills Elementary School?
Castle Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Castle Hills Elementary School offer ?
Castle Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Castle Hills Elementary School part of?
Castle Hills Elementary School is part of North East Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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