Serving 200 students in grades 6-8, Silver Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Creek Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Silver Creek, NY, covering approximately 33.3 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes and the furthest edge located 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Creek Middle School's student population of 200 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Silver Creek Middle 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 Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2695 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
8%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Creek Middle School's ranking?
Silver Creek Middle School is ranked #2695 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Silver Creek Middle School?
200 students attend Silver Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Silver Creek Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Creek Middle School?
Silver Creek Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Silver Creek Middle School offer ?
Silver Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silver Creek Middle School part of?
Silver Creek Middle School is part of Silver Creek Central School District.
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