Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Castle Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle Park Elementary School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Castle Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Park Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4574 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Park Elementary School's ranking?
Castle Park Elementary School is ranked #4574 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Castle Park Elementary School often compared to?
Castle Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kellogg (Karl H.) Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School, Casillas (Joseph) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Castle Park Elementary School?
390 students attend Castle Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Castle Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle Park Elementary School?
Castle Park Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castle Park Elementary School offer ?
Castle Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Castle Park Elementary School part of?
Castle Park Elementary School is part of Chula Vista Elementary School District.
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