Charles H. Castle Elementary is a public school in Bakersfield, California. It is part of the Panama-Buena Vista Union School District. The school has about 840 to 850 students in grades K–6. The ratio of students to teachers is about 26:1, which is a little higher than the district average. This is because the classes are a little bigger. There are a lot of different races among the students. About 69% of them are Hispanic, and there are also African American, White, Asian, and multiracial students. A lot of the students can get free or reduced-price lunch, which shows that the community has a lot of socioeconomic need. According to academic performance, students in California are less proficient in math and English Language Arts than the state average. About 25% of students are proficient in math and 38% are proficient in reading. The school focuses on teaching basic reading and writing skills, and it also has targeted support programs to help students who are having trouble learning. The amount of money spent per student is in line with what most public schools get. Charles H. Castle Elementary is in a Bakersfield neighborhood where homes are moderately priced. The school is known for being diverse and welcoming, and it is always working to improve student support and academic performance.