Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Castaic 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 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castaic Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castaic 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 Castaic Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#2190 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castaic Elementary School's ranking?
Castaic Elementary School is ranked #2190 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Castaic Elementary School often compared to?
Castaic Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Live Oak Elementary School, Northlake Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Castaic Elementary School?
414 students attend Castaic Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Castaic Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castaic Elementary School?
Castaic Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castaic Elementary School offer ?
Castaic Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Castaic Elementary School part of?
Castaic Elementary School is part of Castaic Union School District.
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