Serving 545 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Michael J. Castori Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Michael J. Castori Elementary serves the south part of Sacramento, CA, within an attendance zone that spans approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of about 0.7 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michael J. Castori Elementary School's student population of 545 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
545 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Michael J. Castori Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Michael J. Castori Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#8721 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
17%
12%
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Hispanic
53%
56%
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Black
15%
5%
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White
7%
20%
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Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael J. Castori Elementary School's ranking?
Michael J. Castori Elementary School is ranked #8721 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Michael J. Castori Elementary School?
545 students attend Michael J. Castori Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Michael J. Castori Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Michael J. Castori Elementary School?
Michael J. Castori Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Michael J. Castori Elementary School offer ?
Michael J. Castori Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Michael J. Castori Elementary School part of?
Michael J. Castori Elementary School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Michael J. Castori Elementary School located?
Michael J. Castori Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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