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#4034 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
Castle Rock
School · Del Norte County Office of Education
301 West Washington Blvd., Crescent City, CA 95531
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,034 of 9,539
In Crescent City
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Del Norte County Office of Education
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Castle Rock
School in Crescent City · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Castle Rock
Castle Rock is a public school in Crescent City, CA, part of Del Norte County Office of Education. Castle Rock serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Castle Rock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,034 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Castle Rock show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Castle Rock sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Castle Rock runs 22.5:1 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.
Castle Rock is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Castle Rock — Students at Castle Rock score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 7.0/10.
How Castle Rock Compares
See how Castle Rock 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
301 West Washington Blvd., Crescent City, CA 95531
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Castle Rock may also want to explore other schools in the area. BROOKINGS HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 25.0 miles away, in nearby Brookings), with a comparable rating. Another option is Uncharted Shores Academy (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Del Norte Community (rated 5.1/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Crescent City, see our Crescent City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bess Maxwell Elementary Crescent City | 0.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Del Norte High Crescent City | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Del Norte Community Crescent City | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Mary Peacock Elementary Crescent City | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Joe Hamilton Elementary Crescent City | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Crescent Elk Middle Crescent City | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Crescent City SDA School Crescent City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Uncharted Shores Academy Crescent City | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Pine Grove Elementary Crescent City | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Sunset High Crescent City | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Redwood Elementary Fort Dick | 7.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Smith River Elementary Smith River | 11.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Mountain Elementary Gasquet | 13.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Margaret Keating Elementary Klamath | 16.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Azalea Middle School Brookings | 20.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Brookings-Harbor High School Brookings | 20.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Kalmiopsis Elementary School Brookings | 20.5 mi | 4.9 |
| BROOKINGS HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brookings | 25.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Orick Elementary Orick | 34.2 mi | — |
| Jack Norton Elementary Hoopa | 33.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95531 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,817
Median Home Value
$323,600
Median Rent
$1,202/mo
Population
22,491
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Castle Rock
What grades does Castle Rock serve?
Castle Rock serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Castle Rock?
Castle Rock has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Castle Rock?
The student-teacher ratio at Castle Rock is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Castle Rock rank in CA?
Castle Rock ranks #4,034 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Castle Rock's MySchoolScout rating?
Castle Rock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Rock?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Castle Rock has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Castle Rock a charter school?
Yes, Castle Rock is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Castle Rock a Title I school?
No, Castle Rock is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Castle Rock?
65.9% of students at Castle Rock qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Del Norte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (707) 464-0390
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
Resources & Links
District
Del Norte County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 368
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,503
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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