Serving 558 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Michael J. Castori Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michael J. Castori Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Michael J. Castori Elementary School's student population of 558 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Michael J. Castori Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Michael J. Castori Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8143 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael J. Castori Elementary School's ranking?
Michael J. Castori Elementary School is ranked #8143 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Michael J. Castori Elementary School?
558 students attend Michael J. Castori Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Michael J. Castori Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael J. Castori Elementary School?
Michael J. Castori Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Michael J. Castori Elementary School offer ?
Michael J. Castori Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Michael J. Castori Elementary School part of?
Michael J. Castori Elementary School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Michael J. Castori Elementary School located?
Michael J. Castori Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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