Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School's student population of 427 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Educate and Elevate Bilingual Leaders of the World'
School Rankings
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#711 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
82%
31%
Black
7%
12%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School's ranking?
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School is ranked #711 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School often compared to?
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cranbury Elementary School, Concord Magnet School, Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School?
427 students attend Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School?
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School offer ?
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School part of?
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School is part of Norwalk School District.
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