Serving 585 students in grades 9-12, Silva Health Magnet ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silva Health Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Silva Health Magnet's student population of 585 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silva Health Magnet ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silva Health Magnet is 0.22, 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
#114 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silva Health Magnet's ranking?
Silva Health Magnet is ranked #114 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Silva Health Magnet often compared to?
Silva Health Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Early College High School, Harmony Science (El Paso) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silva Health Magnet?
The graduation rate of Silva Health Magnet is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Silva Health Magnet?
585 students attend Silva Health Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Silva Health Magnet students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silva Health Magnet?
Silva Health Magnet has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Silva Health Magnet offer ?
Silva Health Magnet offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Silva Health Magnet part of?
Silva Health Magnet is part of El Paso ISD School District.
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