Charles H. Castle Elementary vs West High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles H. Castle Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
832 students
West High
Bakersfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,159 students
| Measure | Charles H. Castle Elementary Bakersfield, California | West High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4298 of 5,693 | #1214 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #44441 of 50,301 | #15850 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 832 | 2,159 |
| Enrollment | 832 | 2,159 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.8% | 91.1% |
| Students per teacher | 27.7 | 27.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 13% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Charles H. Castle Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.6 vs 16.6).
- •Charles H. Castle Elementary does better on math proficiency (28% vs 13%).
- •West High does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 42%).
- •West High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.1% vs 93.8%).
- •West High is the larger school with 2,159 students compared with 832.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Charles H. Castle Elementary better than West High?
On the Success Index (US), Charles H. Castle Elementary ranks higher (20.6 vs 16.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Charles H. Castle Elementary and West High?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles H. Castle Elementary: 832. West High: 2,159. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles H. Castle Elementary and West High rank in California?
Charles H. Castle Elementary is 4298th of 5,693 and West High is 1214th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).