Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silverdale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silverdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Silverdale Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silverdale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silverdale Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#504 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
58%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
21%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silverdale Elementary School's ranking?
Silverdale Elementary School is ranked #504 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Silverdale Elementary School often compared to?
Silverdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerald Heights Elementary School, Silver Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Silverdale Elementary School?
415 students attend Silverdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Silverdale Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silverdale Elementary School?
Silverdale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Silverdale Elementary School offer ?
Silverdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Silverdale Elementary School part of?
Silverdale Elementary School is part of Central Kitsap School District.
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