Serving 295 students in grades 8-12, Castlewood High School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Castlewood High School's student population of 295 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castlewood High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castlewood High School is 0.02, 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
#635 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
99%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castlewood High School's ranking?
Castlewood High School is ranked #635 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Castlewood High School?
295 students attend Castlewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Castlewood High School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castlewood High School?
Castlewood High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Castlewood High School offer ?
Castlewood High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Castlewood High School part of?
Castlewood High School is part of Russell County School District.
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