Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Silver Creek Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Silver Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Creek Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2660 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Creek Elementary School is ranked #2660 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Silver Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fredonia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Silver Creek Elementary School?
430 students attend Silver Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Silver Creek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Creek Elementary School?
Silver Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Silver Creek Elementary School offer ?
Silver Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silver Creek Elementary School part of?
Silver Creek Elementary School is part of Silver Creek Central School District.
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