Serving 444 students in grades 6-8, Silverton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silverton Middle School's student population of 444 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silverton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silverton Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#594 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
76%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silverton Middle School's ranking?
Silverton Middle School is ranked #594 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Silverton Middle School?
444 students attend Silverton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Silverton Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silverton Middle School?
Silverton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silverton Middle School offer ?
Silverton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Silverton Middle School part of?
Silverton Middle School is part of Silver Falls SD 4j School District.
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