Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Silver Creek Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Creek Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#580 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
91%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY 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 #580 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Silver Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shannon Johnson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Silver Creek Elementary School?
474 students attend Silver Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Silver Creek Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Creek Elementary School?
Silver Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silver Creek Elementary School offer ?
Silver Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Creek Elementary School part of?
Silver Creek Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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