For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,870 students in Castaic, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 9 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Castaic, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Castaic, CA are Castaic Elementary School, Northlake Hills Elementary School and Castaic Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Castaic, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Castaic have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Castaic, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Castaic Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30455 Park Vista Dr.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4530
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4530
Grades: K-6
| 411 students
Rank: #22.
Northlake Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32545 Ridge Route Rd.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4560
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4560
Grades: K-7
| 573 students
Rank: #33.
Castaic Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
28900 Hillcrest Pkwy.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4550
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4550
Grades: 7-8
| 431 students
Rank: #44.
Live Oak Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27715 Saddleridge Rd.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 295-4540
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 295-4540
Grades: K-6
| 481 students
Rank: #55.
Castaic High School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31575 Valley Creek Rd.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 888-6288
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 888-6288
Grades: 9-12
| 1,208 students
Rank: #66.
Santa Clarita Valley International
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
28060 Hasley Canyon Rd. Ste. 2
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 705-4820
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 705-4820
Grades: K-12
| 766 students
Rank: n/an/a
28900 Hillcrest Pkwy.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4500
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4500
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Castaic, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Castaic, CA include Castaic Elementary School, Northlake Hills Elementary School and Castaic Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Castaic?
7 public schools are located in Castaic.
What percentage of students in Castaic go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Castaic are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Castaic?
Castaic public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Castaic are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Castaic include: Northlake Hills Elementary School vs. Live Oak Elementary School, Live Oak Elementary School vs. Castaic Elementary School, Northlake Hills Elementary School vs. Castaic Elementary School
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