Silver Valley High School is a public high school in Yermo, California, in the High Desert of Southern California. The school is in the Silver Valley Unified School District.
Serving 379 students in grades 9-12, Silver Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Silver Valley High School's student population of 379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1979
Colors
Silver, White, Blue
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
To prepare students to be confident, collaborative and creative learners for success in a rapidly changing society.
School Rankings
Silver Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Valley High School is 0.70, 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
#3387 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Valley High School's ranking?
Silver Valley High School is ranked #3387 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Silver Valley High School often compared to?
Silver Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barstow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silver Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Silver Valley High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Silver Valley High School?
379 students attend Silver Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Silver Valley High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Valley High School?
Silver Valley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Silver Valley High School offer ?
Silver Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Silver Valley High School part of?
Silver Valley High School is part of Silver Valley Unified School District.
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