Casteel High School is a junior high and high school in Queen Creek, Arizona, the fifth public high school operated by the Chandler Unified School District. It opened in July 2015 and is named for Camille Casteel, superintendent of the district.
Serving 2,816 students in grades 7-12, Dr. Camille Casteel High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,816 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Camille Casteel High School serves the eastern part of Queen Creek, AZ, covering an area of approximately 8.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Camille Casteel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dr. Camille Casteel High School's student population of 2,816 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,816 students
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Year Founded
2015
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
24 acres
School Motto
Where Opportunity Meets Excellence
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Dr. Camille Casteel High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Camille Casteel High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#358 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
67%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Camille Casteel High School's ranking?
Dr. Camille Casteel High School is ranked #358 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Dr. Camille Casteel High School often compared to?
Dr. Camille Casteel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Basha High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Camille Casteel High School?
The graduation rate of Dr. Camille Casteel High School is 96%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Dr. Camille Casteel High School?
2,816 students attend Dr. Camille Casteel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dr. Camille Casteel High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Camille Casteel High School?
Dr. Camille Casteel High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Camille Casteel High School offer ?
Dr. Camille Casteel High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Camille Casteel High School part of?
Dr. Camille Casteel High School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242).
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