Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Castor High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Castor High School's student population of 481 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castor High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castor High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#368 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
6%
42%
White
90%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
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 #368 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Castor High School?
The graduation rate of Castor High School is 10%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Castor High School?
481 students attend Castor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Castor High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castor High School?
Castor High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Castor High School offer ?
Castor High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Castor High School part of?
Castor High School is part of Bienville Parish School District.
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