Serving 1,208 students in grades 9-12, Castaic High School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castaic High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Castaic High School's student population of 1,208 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castaic High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castaic High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3142 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
45%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castaic High School's ranking?
Castaic High School is ranked #3142 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Castaic High School?
The graduation rate of Castaic High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Castaic High School?
1,208 students attend Castaic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Castaic High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castaic High School?
Castaic High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Castaic High School offer ?
Castaic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Castaic High School part of?
Castaic High School is part of William S. Hart Union High School District.
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