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#156 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 2% in state

Castle Hills EL

Elementary School · LEWISVILLE ISD

1025 HOLY GRAIL DR, Lewisville, TX 75056

Enrollment

656

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#156 of 8,552

In Lewisville

#1 of 99

public schools

In district

#5 of 61

LEWISVILLE ISD

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Castle Hills EL

9.2/10

Elementary School in Lewisville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Castle Hills EL

Castle Hills EL is a public elementary school in Lewisville, TX, part of LEWISVILLE ISD. Castle Hills EL serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Castle Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Castle Hills EL show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+37.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.7 pts
Overall Proficiency83% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)71% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+12.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,299
Chronic Absenteeism3.4%

Castle Hills EL — Students at Castle Hills EL score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 87.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 89.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
96%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2016
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2017
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
83.5%
2024
Math
81%
ELA
85%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Castle Hills EL Compares

See how Castle Hills EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
98th percentile in TX
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1025 HOLY GRAIL DR, Lewisville, TX 75056

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Castle Hills EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STEM ACADEMY AT MEMORIAL EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Carrollton), with a very similar rating. Another option is HOMESTEAD EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Carrollton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROSEMEADE EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Carrollton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lewisville, see our Lewisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
STEM ACADEMY AT POLSER EL Carrollton 0.5 mi 8.3
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CASTLE HILLS Carrollton 0.7 mi
KING ARTHUR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Carrollton 0.7 mi
HOMESTEAD EL Carrollton 1.0 mi 8.9
INDIAN CREEK EL Carrollton 1.1 mi 6.3
KILLIAN MIDDLE Lewisville 1.3 mi 8.7
ARBOR CREEK MIDDLE Carrollton 1.4 mi 7.8
INDEPENDENCE EL Lewisville 1.5 mi 8.5
COYOTE RIDGE EL Carrollton 1.4 mi 6.6
KIDS R KIDS #58 Carrollton 1.4 mi
ROSEMEADE EL Carrollton 1.8 mi 8.9
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - CARROLLTON Carrollton 1.7 mi 7.1
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - CARROLLTON Carrollton 1.7 mi 3.7
DAVIS EL Carrollton 1.9 mi 6.4
STEM ACADEMY AT MEMORIAL EL Carrollton 1.8 mi 9.2
HOLY COVENANT EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Carrollton 1.9 mi
BLALACK MIDDLE Carrollton 2.0 mi 7.7
HEBRON VALLEY EL Carrollton 1.8 mi 7.6
STEM ACADEMY AT CREEK VALLEY MIDDLE Carrollton 1.8 mi 8.3
TRIVIUM ACADEMY Carrollton 1.8 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,806

Median Home Value

$414,600

Median Rent

$1,808/mo

Population

67,978

College Educated

53.5%

Homeownership

60.8%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Castle Hills EL

What grades does Castle Hills EL serve?

Castle Hills EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Castle Hills EL?

Castle Hills EL has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Castle Hills EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Castle Hills EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Castle Hills EL rank in TX?

Castle Hills EL ranks #156 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Castle Hills EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Castle Hills EL 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 Hills EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Castle Hills EL has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Castle Hills EL a charter school?

No, Castle Hills EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Castle Hills EL a Title I school?

No, Castle Hills EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Castle Hills EL?

4.7% of students at Castle Hills EL 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Denton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.4%

District

LEWISVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
48,440
Schools in District
62
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,299
District Rank
#5 of 61

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