Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Silverton School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silverton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Silverton School's student population of 223 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Owl
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Silverton School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silverton School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1298 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
58%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silverton School's ranking?
Silverton School is ranked #1298 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silverton School?
The graduation rate of Silverton School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Silverton School?
223 students attend Silverton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Silverton School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silverton School?
Silverton School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Silverton School offer ?
Silverton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Silverton School part of?
Silverton School is part of Silverton Independent School District.
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