Serving 119 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Silver Crest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Crest Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Silverton, OR, covering an attendance area of approximately 52.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Crest Elementary School's student population of 119 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
119 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Crest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Crest Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#358 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
16%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Crest Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Silver Crest Elementary School?
119 students attend Silver Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Silver Crest Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Crest Elementary School?
Silver Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Crest Elementary School offer ?
Silver Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Crest Elementary School part of?
Silver Crest Elementary School is part of Silver Falls SD 4j School District.
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