Serving 1,330 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Silver Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Valley Elementary School's student population of 1,330 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
1,330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Valley Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
20%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
65%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Valley Elementary School is ranked #298 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Silver Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Polytechnic Academy, American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Silver Valley Elementary School?
1,330 students attend Silver Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Silver Valley Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Valley Elementary School?
Silver Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Valley Elementary School offer ?
Silver Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Silver Valley Elementary School part of?
Silver Valley Elementary School is part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245) School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Valley Elementary School located?
Silver Valley Elementary School is located in the Eastmark neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Eastmark.
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