Serving 1,381 students in grades 9-12, Castle Park Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle Park Senior High School's student population of 1,381 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Castle Park Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Park Senior High School is 0.25, 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
#6446 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Senior High School's ranking?
Castle Park Senior High School is ranked #6446 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Castle Park Senior High School often compared to?
Castle Park Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chula Vista Senior High School, Olympian High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Castle Park Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Castle Park Senior High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Castle Park Senior High School?
1,381 students attend Castle Park Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Castle Park Senior High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle Park Senior High School?
Castle Park Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castle Park Senior High School offer ?
Castle Park Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Castle Park Senior High School part of?
Castle Park Senior High School is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
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