Serving 1,315 students in grades 9-12, Silverton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silverton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silverton High School's student population of 1,315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
Silverton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silverton High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
78%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silverton High School's ranking?
Silverton High School is ranked #497 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silverton High School?
The graduation rate of Silverton High School is 89%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Silverton High School?
1,315 students attend Silverton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Silverton High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silverton High School?
Silverton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silverton High School offer ?
Silverton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silverton High School part of?
Silverton High School is part of Silver Falls SD 4j School District.
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