Serving 674 students in grades 6-8, Castle South Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castle South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Castle South Middle School's student population of 674 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres
School Rankings
Castle South Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castle South Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#205 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
6%
13%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Castle South Middle School's ranking?
Castle South Middle School is ranked #205 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Castle South Middle School often compared to?
Castle South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castle North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Castle South Middle School?
674 students attend Castle South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Castle South Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castle South Middle School?
Castle South Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Castle South Middle School offer ?
Castle South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Castle South Middle School part of?
Castle South Middle School is part of Warrick County School Corp School District.
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