Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Silver Lake Elementary School's student population of 373 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Lake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Lake Elementary School is 0.80, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1732 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
30%
26%
Black
25%
5%
White
16%
49%
Hawaiian
13%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Lake Elementary School is ranked #1732 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Silver Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brigadoon Elementary School, Olympic View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Silver Lake Elementary School?
373 students attend Silver Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Silver Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Hawaiian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Lake Elementary School?
Silver Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Silver Lake Elementary School offer ?
Silver Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Silver Lake Elementary School part of?
Silver Lake Elementary School is part of Federal Way School District.
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