Sal Castro Middle School: Westlake LA Grades 6-8 Public School Info (2026 List)

About Sal Castro Middle

Sal Castro Middle School at 1575 West 2nd Street in the Westlake area of Los Angeles, CA 90026 serves grades 6–8 with about 311 students and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1. The gender mix is roughly 52% male and 48% female. Around 14% are proficient in math, and about 28% are proficient in reading, providing a clear snapshot of core academic outcomes at this urban public middle school. The campus, named after educator Sal Castro, offers Gifted & Talented and core academic programs as part of the Los Angeles Unified School District. Homes around this part of Los Angeles generally range from $650,000 to $950,000, giving families access to established city neighborhoods with parks, transit, and community services nearby. Typical mornings begin with a smooth start to the day as students arrive from nearby blocks or by transit and move into guided starts to classes and collaborative work. With ongoing efforts in instructional support and community engagement, the school continues to strengthen academic outcomes and student readiness among middle schools within California’s educational landscape.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 14%

Reading 28%

State average proficiency is 14% in Math and 28% in Reading.

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Full-time Teachers

16 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

311

Total Students

$58409

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 0.64%

Asian 1.29%

Hispanic 92.6%

Black 5.14%

Two+ Races 0%

Native Am. 0%

White

0.64%

Asian

1.29%

Hispanic

92.6%

Black

5.14%

Two+ Races

0%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 311

47.91%

149 Female

52.09%

162 Male

Student Population

311 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

311 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Sal Castro Middle Contact Information

Address

1575 West 2nd St., Los Angeles, CA, 90026

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Phone

(213) 241-4416

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Website

http://www.salcastroms.com

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM - 3:23 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Sal Castro Middle School advocates for family resources via the Los Angeles Unified School District's We Are One initiative. The materials offer information regarding immigration guidance, health services, wellness support, and housing assistance accessible to families. The effort centralizes access to district-aligned resources intended to support student and family needs beyond the classroom.

FAQ

Q1. What instructional focus does Sal Castro Middle School outline?

Ans. Sal Castro Middle School outlines an academic focus supported by organized classroom instruction and middle school programs.

Q2. What student resources are available at Sal Castro Middle School?

Ans. Sal Castro Middle School makes available student support services such as academic help and guidance alongside counseling support.

Q3. How does Sal Castro Middle School communicate with families?

Ans. School communications share updates, notices, and schedule information with families during the year.

Q4. What activities does Sal Castro Middle School share publicly?

Ans. Sal Castro Middle School shares student programs and academic activities tied to the school year through its calendar.

Q5. What in-class learning tools are available at Sal Castro Middle School?

Ans. Sal Castro Middle School supports classroom learning with instructional technology and library resources used during instruction.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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