Serving 425 students in grades 6-8, Silverton Middle 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 45% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mark Twain Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Silverton, OR school district, encompassing approximately 259.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 24.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silverton Middle School's student population of 425 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Silverton Middle 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 Middle School is 0.41, 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
#572 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silverton Middle School's ranking?
Silverton Middle School is ranked #572 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Silverton Middle School often compared to?
Silverton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Silverton Middle School?
425 students attend Silverton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Silverton Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silverton Middle School?
Silverton Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silverton Middle School offer ?
Silverton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silverton Middle School part of?
Silverton Middle School is part of Silver Falls SD 4j School District.
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