Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Silver Rail Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Rail Elementary School serves the northeast part of Bend, OR, covering an attendance area of approximately 19.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Rail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Rail Elementary School's student population of 457 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Silver Rail Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Rail Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#150 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
81%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Rail Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Rail Elementary School is ranked #150 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Silver Rail Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Rail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Ridge Elementary School, Amity Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Silver Rail Elementary School?
457 students attend Silver Rail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Silver Rail Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Rail Elementary School?
Silver Rail Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Rail Elementary School offer ?
Silver Rail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Rail Elementary School part of?
Silver Rail Elementary School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Rail Elementary School located?
Silver Rail Elementary School is located in the Old Farm District neighborhood of Bend, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Old Farm District.
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