Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Castle Heights School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle Heights School's student population of 389 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Castle Heights School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle Heights School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Heights School's ranking?
Castle Heights School is ranked #322 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Castle Heights School often compared to?
Castle Heights Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekview School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Castle Heights School?
389 students attend Castle Heights School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Castle Heights School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castle Heights School?
Castle Heights School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Castle Heights School offer ?
Castle Heights School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Castle Heights School part of?
Castle Heights School is part of Carbon School District.
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