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#111 of 1,015 schools in UT

Top 11% in state

Castle Heights School

Elementary School · Carbon District

750 N HOMESTEAD BLVD, Price, UT 84501

Enrollment

389

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#111 of 1,015

In Price

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

Carbon District

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Castle Heights School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Price · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Castle Valley Center

4.2/10

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Carbon High

6.3/10

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About Castle Heights School

Castle Heights School is a public elementary school in Price, UT, part of Carbon District. Castle Heights School serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Castle Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Castle Heights School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • UT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.3% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.2% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected+19.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,592
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

Castle Heights School — Students at Castle Heights School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2025
Math
58.3%
ELA
49.2%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Castle Heights School Compares

See how Castle Heights School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in UT
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

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

750 N HOMESTEAD BLVD, Price, UT 84501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Castle Heights School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Creekview School (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Castle Dale School (rated 8.1/10, 29.7 miles away, in nearby Castle Dale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Huntington School (rated 7.3/10, 21.9 miles away, in nearby Huntington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Price, see our Price schools guide .

Nearby Schools

15 within 30.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Castle Valley Center Price 0.5 mi 4.2
Carbon High Price 0.7 mi 6.3
Pinnacle Canyon Academy Price 1.0 mi 5.8
Mont Harmon Middle Price 1.6 mi 6.7
Creekview School Price 2.3 mi 8.1
Wellington School Wellington 5.2 mi 7.0
Helper Middle Helper 6.6 mi 6.5
Sally Mauro School Helper 6.8 mi 6.5
Cleveland School Cleveland 18.6 mi 5.4
Canyon View Middle School Huntington 21.6 mi 5.0
Huntington School Huntington 21.9 mi 7.3
Bruin Point School Sunnyside 20.8 mi 4.3
Emery High Castle Dale 29.4 mi 7.0
Castle Dale School Castle Dale 29.7 mi 8.1
Cottonwood School Orangeville 30.3 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,256

Median Home Value

$212,900

Median Rent

$840/mo

Population

13,002

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

16.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Castle Heights School

What grades does Castle Heights School serve?

Castle Heights School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Castle Heights School?

Castle Heights School has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Castle Heights School?

The student-teacher ratio at Castle Heights School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Castle Heights School rank in UT?

Castle Heights School ranks #111 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Castle Heights School's MySchoolScout rating?

Castle Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Castle Heights School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Castle Heights School a charter school?

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

Is Castle Heights School a Title I school?

No, Castle Heights School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Castle Heights School?

48.6% of students at Castle Heights School 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Carbon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

District

Carbon District
District Enrollment
3,320
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,592
District Rank
#1 of 9

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