Serving 29 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silverton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Attendance Zone: Silverton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Silverton, CO school district, encompassing approximately 388.3 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 20.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silverton Elementary School's student population of 29 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Average Class Size
5 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Silverton Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
66%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Unicorn
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Silverton Elementary School?
29 students attend Silverton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Silverton Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silverton Elementary School?
Silverton Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silverton Elementary School offer ?
Silverton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silverton Elementary School part of?
Silverton Elementary School is part of Silverton School District No. 1 In The County Of San Juan.
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