Serving 795 students in grades 6-8, Silver Creek Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Creek Middle School's student population of 795 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Creek Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Creek Middle School is 0.68, 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
#432 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
23%
33%
White
49%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Creek Middle School's ranking?
Silver Creek Middle School is ranked #432 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Silver Creek Middle School often compared to?
Silver Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westland Middle School, Thomas W. Pyle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Silver Creek Middle School?
795 students attend Silver Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Silver Creek Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Creek Middle School?
Silver Creek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Silver Creek Middle School offer ?
Silver Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Creek Middle School part of?
Silver Creek Middle School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
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