Serving 595 students in grades 5-8, Silver Lake Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Lake Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Lake Intermediate's student population of 595 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Lake Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Lake Intermediate is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#248 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
87%
67%
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
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Lake Intermediate's ranking?
Silver Lake Intermediate is ranked #248 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Silver Lake Intermediate often compared to?
Silver Lake Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Nature Hill Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Silver Lake Intermediate?
595 students attend Silver Lake Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Silver Lake Intermediate students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Lake Intermediate?
Silver Lake Intermediate has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Silver Lake Intermediate offer ?
Silver Lake Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Lake Intermediate part of?
Silver Lake Intermediate is part of Oconomowoc Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Lake Intermediate located?
Silver Lake Intermediate is located in the Briarwood neighborhood of Oconomowoc, WI.
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