Serving 730 students in grades 6-8, Castle South Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castle South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Castle South Middle School's student population of 730 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
730 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castle South Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle South Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#413 out of 1755 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
4%
13%
White
82%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle South Middle School's ranking?
Castle South Middle School is ranked #413 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Castle South Middle School often compared to?
Castle South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castle North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Castle South Middle School?
730 students attend Castle South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Castle South Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle South Middle School?
Castle South Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Castle South Middle School offer ?
Castle South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Castle South Middle School part of?
Castle South Middle School is part of Warrick County School Corp School District.
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