Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Castle Rock Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado 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 higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle Rock Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castle Rock Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Rock Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#814 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
27%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
62%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Castle Rock Elementary School is ranked #814 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Castle Rock Elementary School?
450 students attend Castle Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Castle Rock Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle Rock Elementary School?
Castle Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Castle Rock Elementary School offer ?
Castle Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Castle Rock Elementary School part of?
Castle Rock Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
School Reviews
5 4/21/2023
This is the first school I have worked at, so I may be biased; however, Castle Rock Elementary has shown a great deal of effort regarding ensuring the school is a safe, caring environment for the students and teachers alike.
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