Serving 43 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Silver Valley Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Silver Valley Academy's student population of 43 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
To prepare students to be confident, collaborative and creative learners for success in a rapidly changing society.
School Rankings
Silver Valley Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Valley Academy 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
#6733 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Valley Academy's ranking?
Silver Valley Academy is ranked #6733 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silver Valley Academy?
The graduation rate of Silver Valley Academy is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Silver Valley Academy?
43 students attend Silver Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Silver Valley Academy students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Valley Academy?
Silver Valley Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Silver Valley Academy offer ?
Silver Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Silver Valley Academy part of?
Silver Valley Academy is part of Silver Valley Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
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