Serving 20 students in grades 9-12, Silverton High 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 57%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CO)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silverton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Silverton High School's student population of 20 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Silverton High School is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)≥50%
57%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)≥50%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
55%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 57% CO state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silverton High School?
The graduation rate of Silverton High School is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Silverton High School?
20 students attend Silverton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Silverton High School students are White, and 45% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silverton High School?
Silverton High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Silverton High School offer ?
Silverton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Silverton High School part of?
Silverton High School is part of Silverton School District No. 1 In The County Of San Juan.
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