Serving 637 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Castlebay Lane Charter ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castlebay Lane Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Castlebay Lane Charter's student population of 637 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castlebay Lane Charter ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castlebay Lane Charter is 0.73, 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
#477 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castlebay Lane Charter's ranking?
Castlebay Lane Charter is ranked #477 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Castlebay Lane Charter often compared to?
Castlebay Lane Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Porter Ranch Community, Beckford Charter For Enriched Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Castlebay Lane Charter?
637 students attend Castlebay Lane Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Castlebay Lane Charter students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castlebay Lane Charter?
Castlebay Lane Charter has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castlebay Lane Charter offer ?
Castlebay Lane Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Castlebay Lane Charter part of?
Castlebay Lane Charter is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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