Castle View High School is a public high school in Castle Rock, Colorado. It is part of the Douglas County School District. It opened in August 2006.
Serving 1,863 students in grades 9-12, Castle View High School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castle View High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Castle View High School's student population of 1,863 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Castle View High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle View High School is 0.42, 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
#358 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
74%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 View High School's ranking?
Castle View High School is ranked #358 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Castle View High School often compared to?
Castle View High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas County High School, Rock Canyon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Castle View High School?
The graduation rate of Castle View High School is 96%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Castle View High School?
1,863 students attend Castle View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Castle View High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle View High School?
Castle View High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Castle View High School offer ?
Castle View High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Castle View High School part of?
Castle View High School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Castle View High School located?
Castle View High School is located in the The Meadows neighborhood of Castle Rock, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in The Meadows.
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