Serving 965 students in grades 6-8, Silver Hills Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Hills Middle School's student population of 965 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
965 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Individually we are a drop, but together we are a STORM
School Rankings
Silver Hills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Hills Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1395 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
66%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
23%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Hills Middle School's ranking?
Silver Hills Middle School is ranked #1395 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Silver Hills Middle School often compared to?
Silver Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake Middle School, Century Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Silver Hills Middle School?
965 students attend Silver Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Silver Hills Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Hills Middle School?
Silver Hills Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silver Hills Middle School offer ?
Silver Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Hills Middle School part of?
Silver Hills Middle School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
In what neighborhood is Silver Hills Middle School located?
Silver Hills Middle School is located in the North Westminster neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in North Westminster.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Very Crowded but great teachers and schedule system. But we only get 15 minutes for lunch.
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