Silver Creek High School is a high school located in the Evergreen district of San Jose, California, United States, which is operated by the East Side Union High School District. It is a California Distinguished School.
Serving 2,184 students in grades 9-12, Silver Creek High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,184 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Creek High School's student population of 2,184 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
White, Black, Silver
School Rankings
Silver Creek High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Creek High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1837 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
60%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Creek High School's ranking?
Silver Creek High School is ranked #1837 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Silver Creek High School often compared to?
Silver Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Valley High School, Yerba Buena High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silver Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Silver Creek High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Silver Creek High School?
2,184 students attend Silver Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Silver Creek High School students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Creek High School?
Silver Creek High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Silver Creek High School offer ?
Silver Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Silver Creek High School part of?
Silver Creek High School is part of East Side Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Creek High School located?
Silver Creek High School is located in the Brigadoon neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Brigadoon.
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