Excellent
#145 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Castle Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
9755 Cattaraugus Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90034
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#145 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#15 of 563
public schools
In district
#14 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Castle Heights Elementary
Castle Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Castle Heights Elementary serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Castle Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #145 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Castle Heights Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Castle Heights Elementary runs 23.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Castle Heights Elementary — Students at Castle Heights Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Castle Heights Elementary Compares
See how Castle Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9755 Cattaraugus Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Castle Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canfield Avenue Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is TURNING POINT SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Culver City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Linwood E. Howe Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Culver City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cheviot Hills Continuation Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| FLW Inc. Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| Alexander Hamilton Senior High Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Shenandoah Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ANGELES WORKSHOP SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| VISTA SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles-High Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Canfield Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Palms Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Park Century Elementary Culver City | 1.0 mi | — |
| YESHIVA UNIVERSITY OF LOS ANGELES YULU BOYS Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| YULA High School- Boys School Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| St. Augustine School (SAS) Culver City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Linwood E. Howe Elementary Culver City | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Turning Point School Culver City | 1.1 mi | — |
| TURNING POINT SCHOOL Culver City | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| YULA High School - YULA Girls Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| YULA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Little Sprouts Language Immersion Preschool Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| CHOFETZ CHAIM LOS ANGELES Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,082
Median Home Value
$1,395,000
Median Rent
$2,180/mo
Population
55,120
College Educated
64.3%
Homeownership
20.6%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
34.4
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| California Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 9.2 |
| City Terrace Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
| Creekside Elementary Danville, CA | 9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Castle Heights Elementary
What grades does Castle Heights Elementary serve?
Castle Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Castle Heights Elementary?
Castle Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Castle Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Castle Heights Elementary is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Castle Heights Elementary rank in CA?
Castle Heights Elementary ranks #145 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Castle Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Castle Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Castle Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Castle Heights Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Castle Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Castle Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Castle Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Castle Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Castle Heights Elementary?
30.2% of students at Castle Heights Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 513
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (310) 839-4528
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #14 of 769
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