6.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Castaic, California

8 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 6

Private: 2

Districts: 3

Avg Rating: 6.4/10

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Use this page to compare every school in Castaic by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Middle · Castaic Union. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Castaic for 2026 are Castaic Middle (6.9/10), Castaic Elementary (6.7/10), and Northlake Hills Elementary (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Castaic Elementary

STAAR proficiency rose +3.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Castaic schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Castaic

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Castaic Middle	6.9 / 10	Middle	—	62th
2	Castaic Elementary	6.7 / 10	Elementary	—	57th
3	Northlake Hills Elementary	6.6 / 10	Elementary	—	55th
4	Live Oak Elementary	6.2 / 10	Elementary	—	47th
5	Castaic High	6.0 / 10	High	—	42th
6	Santa Clarita Valley International	5.7 / 10	Other	—	37th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.4/10
Median household income: $129,603
Median home value: $693,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 32%
Avg commute: 32 min
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How Castaic compares

California rank

#296 of 597

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.1

above California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$130k

130% of California median

Schools in this city

6

About Schools in Castaic, California

Castaic, California is home to 8 schools, including 6 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Castaic show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Castaic is Castaic Middle with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Castaic is served by 3 school districts: Santa Clarita Valley International District, Castaic Union, William S. Hart Union High. These districts collectively serve 23,308 students.

Castaic's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $129,603. The poverty rate in the area is 4.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Castaic Elementary 414 students · Kindergarten–6th	414	Kindergarten–6th	6.7
2	Northlake Hills Elementary 579 students · Kindergarten–7th	579	Kindergarten–7th	6.6
3	Live Oak Elementary 506 students · Kindergarten–6th	506	Kindergarten–6th	6.2
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Sloan Canyon Christian Academy Private 9 students · Kindergarten–2nd	9	Kindergarten–2nd	—

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Castaic Middle 439 students · 7th–8th	439	7th–8th	6.9

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Castaic High 1,193 students · 9th–12th	1,193	9th–12th	6.0
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Higher Calling Academy Private 6 students · 5th–12th	6	5th–12th	—

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Santa Clarita Valley International 685 students · Kindergarten–12th	685	Kindergarten–12th	5.7

Schools in Castaic

Castaic, California · 8 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$129,603

Median Home Value

$693,600

Median Rent

$1,730/mo

Population

27,278

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Community Profile

Castaic has a median household income of $129,603. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $693,600, with a median rent of $1,730/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: California
Elementary: 4
Middle: 1
High: 2
Other: 1

Resources

🔍 Google "Castaic schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Castaic 📊 Niche Castaic Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (3)

Santa Clarita Valley International District

1 school · 685 students

Castaic Union

5 schools · 1,938 students

William S. Hart Union High

16 schools · 20,685 students

Nearby Cities

Covina (1 school)

5 mi

Valencia (15 schools)

5 mi

Stevenson Ranch (4 schools)

6 mi

Saugus (8 schools)

7 mi

Santa Clarita (14 schools)

Canyon Country (12 schools)

10 mi

Porter Ranch (3 schools)

14 mi

Chatsworth (21 schools)

15 mi

Simi Valley (60 schools)

16 mi

Granada Hills (25 schools)

16 mi

Sylmar (20 schools)

15 mi

Northridge (35 schools)

17 mi

Mission Hills (5 schools)

17 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Castaic, California

How many schools are in Castaic, California?

Castaic has 8 schools, including 6 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Castaic, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Castaic is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Castaic, California?

The top-ranked school in Castaic on MySchoolScout is Castaic Middle with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Castaic, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Castaic on MySchoolScout is Castaic Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Castaic, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Castaic on MySchoolScout is Castaic Middle with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best high school in Castaic, California?

The top-ranked high school in Castaic on MySchoolScout is Castaic High with a composite score of 6.0/10.

How many school districts serve Castaic, California?

Castaic is served by 3 school districts: Santa Clarita Valley International District, Castaic Union, William S. Hart Union High.

What is the education level in Castaic, California?

According to Census data, 32% of adults in Castaic have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Castaic, California?

The median household income in Castaic is approximately $129,603 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Castaic, California?

Yes, Castaic has 2 private schools alongside 6 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Castaic, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Castaic is 19.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Castaic, California?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.