Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Silver Lake Elementary School's student population of 584 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Lake Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#834 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
39%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Lake Elementary School is ranked #834 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Silver Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penny Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Silver Lake Elementary School?
584 students attend Silver Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Silver Lake Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Lake Elementary School?
Silver Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Silver Lake Elementary School offer ?
Silver Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Silver Lake Elementary School part of?
Silver Lake Elementary School is part of Everett School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Lake Elementary School located?
Silver Lake Elementary School is located in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Everett, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Silver Lake.
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