Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Castille Elementary School 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 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castille Elementary School 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
Castille Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Cool to be Kind!
School Rankings
Castille Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castille Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#303 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
White
53%
20%
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castille Elementary School's ranking?
Castille Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Castille Elementary School?
482 students attend Castille Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Castille Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castille Elementary School?
Castille Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castille Elementary School offer ?
Castille Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Castille Elementary School part of?
Castille Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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