Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Castor High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castor High School's student population of 445 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Castor High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castor High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#421 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
8%
41%
White
88%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castor High School's ranking?
Castor High School is ranked #421 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Castor High School often compared to?
Castor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saline High School, Ringgold High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Castor High School?
The graduation rate of Castor High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Castor High School?
445 students attend Castor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Castor High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castor High School?
Castor High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Castor High School offer ?
Castor High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Castor High School part of?
Castor High School is part of Bienville Parish School District.
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