Serving 418 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Castle Rock Elementary serves the entire district of Woodlake, CA, spanning approximately 153.1 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle Rock Elementary School's student population of 418 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Motto
“Readers are future leaders at Castle Rock”
School Rankings
Castle Rock Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Rock Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#6616 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 #6616 out of 9,523 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
418 students attend Castle Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Castle Rock Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% 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 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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
No School/Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School/Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School & Minimum Day
June 03, 2027 (Thursday)
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