Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silverdale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silverdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Silverdale Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Mascot
Dolphin
School Rankings
Silverdale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silverdale Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#486 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silverdale Elementary School's ranking?
Silverdale Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Silverdale Elementary School often compared to?
Silverdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerald Heights Elementary School, Silver Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Silverdale Elementary School?
429 students attend Silverdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Silverdale Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silverdale Elementary School?
Silverdale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Silverdale Elementary School offer ?
Silverdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silverdale Elementary School part of?
Silverdale Elementary School is part of Central Kitsap School District.
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