Serving 218 students in grades 6-8, Silver Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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School Overview
Silver Creek Middle School's student population of 218 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Silver Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Creek Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2808 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%

Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1

American Indian
11%
1%

Asian
n/a
10%

Hispanic
10%
30%

Black
1%
16%

White
66%
40%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Creek Middle School's ranking?
Silver Creek Middle School is ranked #2808 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Silver Creek Middle School?
218 students attend Silver Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Silver Creek Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Creek Middle School?
Silver Creek Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Silver Creek Middle School offer ?
Silver Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Creek Middle School part of?
Silver Creek Middle School is part of Silver Creek Central School District.
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