Serving 20 students in grades 6-8, Silverton Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silverton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Silverton Middle School's student population of 20 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Minds, Enriching Lives
School Rankings
The diversity score of Silverton Middle School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
35%
36%
Black
5%
5%
White
50%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Silverton Middle School?
20 students attend Silverton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Silverton Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silverton Middle School?
Silverton Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silverton Middle School offer ?
Silverton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silverton Middle School part of?
Silverton Middle School is part of Silverton School District No. 1 In The County Of San Juan.
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