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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best Castaic Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,621 students in Castaic, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 42 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Castaic, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Castaic, CA are Castaic Elementary School, Northlake Hills Elementary School and Castaic High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Castaic, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Castaic have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Castaic, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Castaic Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
30455 Park Vista Dr.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4530
Gr: K-6 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Northlake Hills Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
32545 Ridge Route Rd.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4560
Gr: K-7 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Castaic High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
31575 Valley Creek Rd.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 888-6288
Gr: 9-12 | 1,159 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Live Oak Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
27715 Saddleridge Rd.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 295-4540
Gr: K-6 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Castaic Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
28900 Hillcrest Pkwy.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4550
Gr: 7-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Santa Clarita Valley International
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
28060 Hasley Canyon Rd. Ste. 2
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 705-4820
Gr: K-12 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Non-ris Preschool Cms
28900 Hillcrest Pkwy.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-4500

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Castaic, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Castaic, CA include Castaic Elementary School, Northlake Hills Elementary School and Castaic High School.
How many public schools are located in Castaic?
7 public schools are located in Castaic.
What percentage of students in Castaic go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Castaic are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Castaic?
Castaic public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Castaic are often viewed compared to one another?

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