Serving 733 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Castle Rock Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle Rock Elementary School's student population of 733 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
In the Castle Rock School District, every student will graduate with the skills necessary to excel in life and thrive in their community.
School Rankings
Castle Rock Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Rock Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1553 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
85%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Castle Rock Elementary School is ranked #1553 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Castle Rock Elementary School often compared to?
Castle Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toutle Lake Elementary School, Barnes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Castle Rock Elementary School?
733 students attend Castle Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Castle Rock Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castle Rock Elementary School?
Castle Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Castle Rock Elementary School offer ?
Castle Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Castle Rock Elementary School part of?
Castle Rock Elementary School is part of Castle Rock School District.
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