Serving 729 students in grades 5-6, Silver Spring Intermediate ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Spring Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Spring Intermediate's student population of 729 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Spring Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Spring Intermediate is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#73 out of 1984 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
3%
9%
White
78%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Spring Intermediate's ranking?
Silver Spring Intermediate is ranked #73 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Silver Spring Intermediate?
729 students attend Silver Spring Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Silver Spring Intermediate students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Spring Intermediate?
Silver Spring Intermediate has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Silver Spring Intermediate offer ?
Silver Spring Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Silver Spring Intermediate part of?
Silver Spring Intermediate is part of Hamilton School District.
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