Serving 431 students in grades 7-8, Castaic Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 63% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castaic Middle School's student population of 431 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castaic Middle 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 Middle School is 0.62, which is less 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
49%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
37%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castaic Middle School's ranking?
Castaic Middle School is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Castaic Middle School often compared to?
Castaic Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho Pico Junior High School, Valencia High School, La Mesa Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Castaic Middle School?
431 students attend Castaic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Castaic Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castaic Middle School?
Castaic Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Castaic Middle School offer ?
Castaic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Castaic Middle School part of?
Castaic Middle School is part of Castaic Union School District.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2019
This is a great school, I enjoyed both years and most of the teachers were really nice and easy-going. Overall amazing school.
4 9/20/2018
I thinks a pretty good school teachers are nice our principal is good and all around the school is good for an 8th like me
2 3/22/2010
School officials don't here don't take sexual harassment seriously, instead considering it "school boy pranks".
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