Serving 930 students in grades 6-8, Silver Hills Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 930 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Hills Middle School's student population of 930 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
930 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Hills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Hills Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1356 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
65%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
24%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Hills Middle School's ranking?
Silver Hills Middle School is ranked #1356 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Silver Hills Middle School often compared to?
Silver Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake Middle School, Century Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Silver Hills Middle School?
930 students attend Silver Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Silver Hills Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Hills Middle School?
Silver Hills Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silver Hills Middle School offer ?
Silver Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Silver Hills Middle School part of?
Silver Hills Middle School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Hills Middle School located?
Silver Hills Middle School is located in the North Westminster neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in North Westminster.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2021
Great school I learned so much thank you.
2 2/10/2020
I'm a student at silver hills and every week I get scolded by other students for being a Christian and a Republican. It seems like that the only way to be accepted by others is to believe exactly what they believe. Thankfully, not all the students are like this, and that's the only thing keeping me from giving this school a one star.
4 1/21/2017
Very Crowded but great teachers and schedule system. But we only get 15 minutes for lunch.
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