Serving 540 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Silver Spur Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Spur Elementary serves the northern part of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Spur Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Spur Elementary School's student population of 540 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
540 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Spur Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Spur Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#88 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Broncos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Spur Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Spur Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Silver Spur Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Spur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montemalaga Elementary School, Soleado Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Silver Spur Elementary School?
540 students attend Silver Spur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Silver Spur Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Spur Elementary School?
Silver Spur Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Silver Spur Elementary School offer ?
Silver Spur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Silver Spur Elementary School part of?
Silver Spur Elementary School is part of Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
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