Serving 285 students in grades 8-12, Castlewood High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Castlewood High serves the west part of Castlewood, VA, covering an area of approximately 127 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castlewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Castlewood High School's student population of 285 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Castlewood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castlewood High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#488 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
1%
21%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
97%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Blue Devil
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castlewood High School's ranking?
Castlewood High School is ranked #488 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Castlewood High School often compared to?
Castlewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honaker High School, Lebanon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Castlewood High School?
The graduation rate of Castlewood High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Castlewood High School?
285 students attend Castlewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Castlewood High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castlewood High School?
Castlewood High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Castlewood High School offer ?
Castlewood High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Castlewood High School part of?
Castlewood High School is part of Russell County School District.
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