Serving 604 students in grades 5-8, Silver Lake Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Lake Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Lake Intermediate's student population of 604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Lake Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Lake Intermediate is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#247 out of 1984 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
1%
9%
White
88%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Lake Intermediate's ranking?
Silver Lake Intermediate is ranked #247 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Silver Lake Intermediate often compared to?
Silver Lake Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Nature Hill Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Silver Lake Intermediate?
604 students attend Silver Lake Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Silver Lake Intermediate students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Lake Intermediate?
Silver Lake Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Silver Lake Intermediate offer ?
Silver Lake Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Lake Intermediate part of?
Silver Lake Intermediate is part of Oconomowoc Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Lake Intermediate located?
Silver Lake Intermediate is located in the Briarwood neighborhood of Oconomowoc, WI.
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