Silver Lake Regional High School is a public, regional high school in Massachusetts' South Shore region. It is the only secondary school in the Silver Lake Regional School District, comprising the towns of Kingston, Plympton and Halifax, Massachusetts.
Serving 1,026 students in grades 9-12, Silver Lake Regional High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,026 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Lake Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Silver Lake Regional High School's student population of 1,026 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,026 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Silver, Red
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Rankings
Silver Lake Regional High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Lake Regional High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
90%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Lake Regional High School's ranking?
Silver Lake Regional High School is ranked #438 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Silver Lake Regional High School often compared to?
Silver Lake Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pembroke High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silver Lake Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Silver Lake Regional High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Silver Lake Regional High School?
1,026 students attend Silver Lake Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Silver Lake Regional High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Lake Regional High School?
Silver Lake Regional High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Silver Lake Regional High School offer ?
Silver Lake Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silver Lake Regional High School part of?
Silver Lake Regional High School is part of Silver Lake School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 8/10/2013
Passionate teachers, involved parents, great new building. Lots of extracurricular and class options. Very grateful for the education this school has given me. It put me ahead of the game in every way at college.
5 7/28/2009
Excellent teachers. All very student-driven. Parents very involved.
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