Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Firs Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Firs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Silver Firs Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Firs Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Firs Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#178 out of 2052 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
9%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
53%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Firs Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Firs Elementary School is ranked #178 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Silver Firs Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Firs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Silver Firs Elementary School?
512 students attend Silver Firs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Silver Firs Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Firs Elementary School?
Silver Firs Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Silver Firs Elementary School offer ?
Silver Firs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Silver Firs Elementary School part of?
Silver Firs Elementary School is part of Everett School District.
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