Serving 106 students in grades 6-8, Castle Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 10-14% (which was lower than the New York state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 20-24% (which was lower than the New York state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
106 students
Showing 2009–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2009–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)10-14%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2009–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
(15-16)13%
9%
Hispanic
(15-16)52%
26%
Black
(15-16)30%
18%
White
(15-16)4%
45%
Two or more races
(15-16)1%
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average).
How many students attend Castle Middle School?
106 students attend Castle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Castle Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castle Middle School?
Castle Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Castle Middle School offer ?
Castle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Castle Middle School part of?
Castle Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District # 1.
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