Serving 1,262 students in grades 9-12, Silverton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 10% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Silverton High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Silverton, OR, encompassing approximately 259.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.7 miles to the edge and a maximum of 25.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silverton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Silverton High School's student population of 1,262 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,262 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Pride and Excellence'
School Rankings
Silverton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silverton High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silverton High School's ranking?
Silverton High School is ranked #376 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silverton High School?
The graduation rate of Silverton High School is 92%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend Silverton High School?
1,262 students attend Silverton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Silverton High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silverton High School?
Silverton High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silverton High School offer ?
Silverton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silverton High School part of?
Silverton High School is part of Silver Falls SD 4j School District.
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