Serving 21 students in grades 6-8, Silverton Middle 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 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silverton Middle School's student population of 21 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Motto
Empowering Minds, Enriching Lives
School Rankings
The diversity score of Silverton Middle School is 0.59, 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
21:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
38%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
52%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 Middle School?
21 students attend Silverton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Silverton Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
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 Colorado state average of 15:1.
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 Silverton School District No. 1 In The County Of San Juan.
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