Serving 538 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Silver Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Creek Elementary School's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
SOARing to Excellence in all we do
School Rankings
Silver Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Creek Elementary School is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
63%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Creek Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Silver Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Hills Elementary School, Hulstrom K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Silver Creek Elementary School?
538 students attend Silver Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Silver Creek Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Creek Elementary School?
Silver Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silver Creek Elementary School offer ?
Silver Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Creek Elementary School part of?
Silver Creek Elementary School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
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