Serving 355 students in grades 7-12, Silver Lake Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas 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 Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Lake Jr-Sr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Silver Lake school district, covering approximately 70.3 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located approximately 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Lake Jr-sr High School's student population of 355 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Silver Lake Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Lake Jr-sr High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
60%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Lake Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Silver Lake Jr-sr High School is ranked #394 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Silver Lake Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Silver Lake Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rossville Jr.-sr. High School by visitors of our site.
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% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silver Lake Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Silver Lake Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Silver Lake Jr-sr High School?
355 students attend Silver Lake Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Silver Lake Jr-sr High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Lake Jr-sr High School?
Silver Lake Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Silver Lake Jr-sr High School offer ?
Silver Lake Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Lake Jr-sr High School part of?
Silver Lake Jr-sr High School is part of Silver Lake School District.
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