Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Silver Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Creek Elementary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Creek Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#191 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
22%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
65%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Creek Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Silver Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hulstrom K-8, Prairie Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Silver Creek Elementary School?
542 students attend Silver Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Silver Creek Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Creek Elementary School?
Silver Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silver Creek Elementary School offer ?
Silver Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Silver Creek Elementary School part of?
Silver Creek Elementary School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools School District.
School Reviews
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