Serving 425 students in grades 3-5, Castle Rock Elementary 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castle Rock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Castle Rock Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castle Rock Elementary 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 Rock Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#7182 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
90%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Castle Rock Elementary School is ranked #7182 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Castle Rock Elementary School?
425 students attend Castle Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Castle Rock Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle Rock Elementary School?
Castle Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Castle Rock Elementary School offer ?
Castle Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Castle Rock Elementary School part of?
Castle Rock Elementary School is part of Woodlake Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School/Min. Day
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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