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Silver Fork Elementary
Elementary School · Silver Fork Elementary
2701 Amber Trail, Pollock Pines, CA 95726
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Silver Fork Elementary
Silver Fork Elementary is a public elementary school in Pollock Pines, CA, part of the Silver Fork Elementary. The school serves approximately 16 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Students demonstrate 37% proficiency in math, 2 points above the state average and 73% in reading/language arts, 26 points above the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $95,125, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 16 students, Silver Fork Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Silver Fork Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Silver Fork Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 16 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 2701 Amber Trail, Pollock Pines, CA 95726
- Phone
- (530) 293-3163
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 61.54% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 69.23% (2024).
Location
2701 Amber Trail, Pollock Pines, CA 95726
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silver Fork Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meyers Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby South Lake Tahoe). Another option is Sierra House Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 20.9 miles away, in nearby South Lake Tahoe). Additionally, Bijou Community (rated 7.5/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby South Lake Tahoe). For more schools in Pollock Pines, see our Pollock Pines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Walt Tyler Elementary Somerset | 14.7 mi | — |
| Sierra Ridge Middle Pollock Pines | 14.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Pinewood Elementary Pollock Pines | 14.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Meyers Elementary South Lake Tahoe | 16.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Mt. Tallac High South Lake Tahoe | 18.6 mi | 4.9 |
| South Tahoe High South Lake Tahoe | 18.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Indian Diggings Elementary Somerset | 19.5 mi | — |
| Tahoe Valley Elementary South Lake Tahoe | 19.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Camino Polytechnic Camino | 19.9 mi | — |
| Camino Elementary Camino | 19.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Sierra House Elementary South Lake Tahoe | 20.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Sugar Bowl Academy Norden | 20.8 mi | — |
| South Tahoe Middle South Lake Tahoe | 21.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Blue Ridge Placerville | 21.4 mi | — |
| Elevated Digital Learning Academy South Lake Tahoe | 21.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Pleasant Valley Middle Placerville | 20.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Bijou Community South Lake Tahoe | 22.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Bear Valley Elementary Markleeville | 25.7 mi | — |
| Gold Oak Elementary Placerville | 22.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Pioneer Magnet School for the Visual and Performing Arts Jackson | 27.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,125
Median Home Value
$401,200
Median Rent
$1,099/mo
Population
8,229
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
46.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Silver Fork Elementary has a median household income of $95,125. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $401,200, with a median rent of $1,099/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silver Fork Elementary
What grades does Silver Fork Elementary serve?
Silver Fork Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Silver Fork Elementary?
Silver Fork Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver Fork Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Silver Fork Elementary is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Silver Fork Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Silver Fork Elementary has 37.2% math proficiency and 73.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Silver Fork Elementary a charter school?
No, Silver Fork Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silver Fork Elementary a Title I school?
No, Silver Fork Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver Fork Elementary?
56.2% of students at Silver Fork Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (560/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 16
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- El Dorado County
- Phone
- (530) 293-3163
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Silver Fork Elementary- District Enrollment
- 16
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $40,154
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