Serving 50 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Silver Valley Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Silver Valley Academy's student population of 50 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Valley Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Valley Academy is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4110 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
36%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Valley Academy's ranking?
Silver Valley Academy is ranked #4110 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silver Valley Academy?
The graduation rate of Silver Valley Academy is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Silver Valley Academy?
50 students attend Silver Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Silver Valley Academy students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Valley Academy?
Silver Valley Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Silver Valley Academy offer ?
Silver Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Silver Valley Academy part of?
Silver Valley Academy is part of Silver Valley Unified School District.
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