Castleberry High School, CHS, is a public high school in River Oaks, Texas. It administers grades 9th–12th and is part of the Castleberry Independent School District. It serves predominantly minority students.
Serving 1,076 students in grades 8-12, Castleberry High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,076 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castleberry High School's student population of 1,076 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,076 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Colors
Red, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Castleberry High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castleberry High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7387 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castleberry High School's ranking?
Castleberry High School is ranked #7387 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Castleberry High School?
The graduation rate of Castleberry High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Castleberry High School?
1,076 students attend Castleberry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Castleberry High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castleberry High School?
Castleberry High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Castleberry High School offer ?
Castleberry High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Castleberry High School part of?
Castleberry High School is part of Castleberry Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2012
i go here :D its awesome and also the band program here is amazing. Mr. Daniel is great
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