Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Caston Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Caston Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Caston Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caston Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#947 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caston Elementary School's ranking?
Caston Elementary School is ranked #947 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Caston Elementary School often compared to?
Caston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Akron Elementary School, Columbia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Caston Elementary School?
414 students attend Caston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Caston Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caston Elementary School?
Caston Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Caston Elementary School offer ?
Caston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caston Elementary School part of?
Caston Elementary School is part of Caston School Corporation School District.
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