Serving 710 students in grades 6-8, Castle Heights Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castle Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Castle Heights Middle School's student population of 710 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Castle Heights Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Heights Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#900 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
32%
31%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Heights Middle School's ranking?
Castle Heights Middle School is ranked #900 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Castle Heights Middle School often compared to?
Castle Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutchman Creek Middle School, Saluda Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Castle Heights Middle School?
710 students attend Castle Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Castle Heights Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle Heights Middle School?
Castle Heights Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Castle Heights Middle School offer ?
Castle Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Castle Heights Middle School part of?
Castle Heights Middle School is part of York 03 School District.
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