Best Schools in Silt, Colorado
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Cactus Valley Elementary School
Elementary · Garfield School District No. Re-2. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.7
out of 10
Median Home
$505,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.7
out of 10
Median Home
$505,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Silt
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cactus Valley Elementary School | 3.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.7/10
- Median household income
- $97,760
- Median home value
- $505,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 37 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Silt compares
Median household income
$98k
113% of Colorado median
About Schools in Silt, Colorado
Silt, Colorado is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.7 out of 10, schools in Silt face significant challenges on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Silt is Cactus Valley Elementary School with a composite score of 3.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Silt is served by 1 school district: Garfield School District No. Re-2. These districts collectively serve 4,786 students.
Silt's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $97,760. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 493 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.7 |
Schools in Silt
Silt, Colorado · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$97,760
Median Home Value
$505,200
Median Rent
$2,030/mo
Population
6,356
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Community Profile
Silt has a median household income of $97,760. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $505,200, with a median rent of $2,030/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 1
School District
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Silt, Colorado
How many schools are in Silt, Colorado?
Silt has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Silt, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Silt is 3.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Silt, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Silt on MySchoolScout is Cactus Valley Elementary School with a composite score of 3.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Silt, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Silt on MySchoolScout is Cactus Valley Elementary School with a composite score of 3.7/10.
How many school districts serve Silt, Colorado?
Silt is served by 1 school district: Garfield School District No. Re-2.
What is the education level in Silt, Colorado?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Silt have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Silt, Colorado?
The median household income in Silt is approximately $97,760 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Silt, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Silt is 19.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Silt, Colorado?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Colorado Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.