Serving 513 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Silver Spring Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Spring Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Silver Spring Elementary School's student population of 513 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Silver Spring Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Spring Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#505 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
29%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Spring Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Silver Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winding Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Silver Spring Elementary School?
513 students attend Silver Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Silver Spring Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Spring Elementary School?
Silver Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Silver Spring Elementary School offer ?
Silver Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Spring Elementary School part of?
Silver Spring Elementary School is part of Cumberland Valley School District.
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