Serving 627 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Castle View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle View Elementary School's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Castle View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle View Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#3057 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
24%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle View Elementary School's ranking?
Castle View Elementary School is ranked #3057 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Castle View Elementary School often compared to?
Castle View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryant Elementary School, Highgrove Elementary 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 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Castle View Elementary School?
627 students attend Castle View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Castle View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle View Elementary School?
Castle View Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castle View Elementary School offer ?
Castle View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Castle View Elementary School part of?
Castle View Elementary School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Castle View Elementary School located?
Castle View Elementary School is located in the Canyon Crest neighborhood of Riverside, CA.
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