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#880 of 2,228 schools in WA

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Castle Rock Elementary

Elementary School · Castle Rock School District

700 HUNTINGTON AVE S, Castle Rock, WA 98611

Enrollment

715

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#880 of 2,228

In Castle Rock

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Castle Rock School District

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Castle Rock Elementary

6.8/10

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

Castle Rock Middle School

4.0/10

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3.7/10

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About Castle Rock Elementary

Castle Rock Elementary is a public elementary school in Castle Rock, WA, part of Castle Rock School District. Castle Rock Elementary serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Castle Rock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #880 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Castle Rock Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with WA schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Castle Rock Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.7% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.5% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-22.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,662
Chronic Absenteeism33.3%

Castle Rock Elementary — Students at Castle Rock Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 38.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
26.2%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
29.4%
ELA
38.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Castle Rock Elementary Compares

See how Castle Rock Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
61th percentile in WA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.3%

Location

700 HUNTINGTON AVE S, Castle Rock, WA 98611

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Castle Rock Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lexington Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Kelso), which scores notably higher. Another option is Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl (rated 7.5/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Longview), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Butler Acres Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Kelso), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Castle Rock, see our Castle Rock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Castle Rock Middle School Castle Rock 0.1 mi 4.0
Castle Rock High School Castle Rock 1.0 mi 3.7
Castle Rock Virtual Academy Castle Rock 1.0 mi
JOURNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kelso 5.4 mi 6.0
Lexington Elementary Kelso 5.7 mi 9.0
Kelso Virtual Academy Longview 6.3 mi 3.4
Barnes Elementary Kelso 7.7 mi 6.5
Huntington Middle School Kelso 8.1 mi 5.8
Columbia Heights Elementary Longview 8.1 mi 5.7
Butler Acres Elementary Kelso 8.3 mi 7.0
Cascade Middle School Longview 8.2 mi 5.4
Rose Valley Elementary Kelso 8.4 mi 6.2
Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design Kelso 8.4 mi 6.2
Special Education Kelso 8.5 mi
Mint Valley Elementary Longview 8.0 mi 6.5
Loowit High School Kelso 8.7 mi
Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl Longview 8.4 mi 7.5
Kelso High School Kelso 8.8 mi 3.6
Coweeman Middle School Kelso 8.8 mi 4.6
Mark Morris High School Longview 8.8 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,630

Median Home Value

$382,000

Median Rent

$1,348/mo

Population

9,367

College Educated

13.7%

Homeownership

82.2%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Castle Rock Elementary

What grades does Castle Rock Elementary serve?

Castle Rock Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Castle Rock Elementary?

Castle Rock Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Castle Rock Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Castle Rock Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Castle Rock Elementary rank in WA?

Castle Rock Elementary ranks #880 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Castle Rock Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Castle Rock Elementary 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Castle Rock Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Castle Rock Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Castle Rock Elementary a Title I school?

No, Castle Rock Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Castle Rock Elementary?

58.6% of students at Castle Rock 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Cowlitz County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.3%

District

Castle Rock School District
District Enrollment
1,492
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,662
District Rank
#1 of 3

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