Serving 276 students in grades 6-8, Sal Castro Middle 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sal Castro Middle serves the east part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school's edge being about 1.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sal Castro Middle School's student population of 276 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
276 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Cubs
School Rankings
Sal Castro Middle 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 Sal Castro Middle School is 0.19, which is less 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
#7825 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sal Castro Middle School's ranking?
Sal Castro Middle School is ranked #7825 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sal Castro Middle School?
276 students attend Sal Castro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sal Castro Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sal Castro Middle School?
Sal Castro Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sal Castro Middle School offer ?
Sal Castro Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sal Castro Middle School part of?
Sal Castro Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sal Castro Middle School located?
Sal Castro Middle School is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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