Serving 1,215 students in grades 9-12, Silver Creek High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Silver Creek High School's student population of 1,215 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Creek High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Creek High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 1779 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
19%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Creek High School's ranking?
Silver Creek High School is ranked #142 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Silver Creek High School often compared to?
Silver Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niwot High School, Longmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silver Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Silver Creek High School is 94%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Silver Creek High School?
1,215 students attend Silver Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Silver Creek High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Creek High School?
Silver Creek High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silver Creek High School offer ?
Silver Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Silver Creek High School part of?
Silver Creek High School is part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j.
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