Serving 284 students in grades 9-12, Silver Creek High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Silver Creek High School's student population of 284 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Silver Creek High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Creek High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1404 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
74%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Creek High School's ranking?
Silver Creek High School is ranked #1404 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Silver Creek High School often compared to?
Silver Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forestville Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silver Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Silver Creek High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Silver Creek High School?
284 students attend Silver Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Silver Creek High School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Creek High School?
Silver Creek High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Silver Creek High School offer ?
Silver Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silver Creek High School part of?
Silver Creek High School is part of Silver Creek Central School District.
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