Serving 494 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Castro Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castro Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Castro Valley Elementary School's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Castro Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castro Valley Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#2108 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castro Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Castro Valley Elementary School is ranked #2108 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Castro Valley Elementary School?
494 students attend Castro Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Castro Valley Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castro Valley Elementary School?
Castro Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castro Valley Elementary School offer ?
Castro Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Castro Valley Elementary School part of?
Castro Valley Elementary School is part of Castro Valley Unified School District.
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