Serving 1,135 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver City Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver City Elementary School's student population of 1,135 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver City Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver City Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#288 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
6%
36%
White
67%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver City Elementary School's ranking?
Silver City Elementary School is ranked #288 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Silver City Elementary School often compared to?
Silver City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coal Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Silver City Elementary School?
1,135 students attend Silver City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Silver City Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver City Elementary School?
Silver City Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Silver City Elementary School offer ?
Silver City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Silver City Elementary School part of?
Silver City Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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