Excellent
#888 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Silver Valley High
High School · Silver Valley Unified
PO Box 847, Yermo, CA 92398
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#888 of 9,539
In Yermo
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Silver Valley Unified
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Silver Valley High
High School in Yermo · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Silver Valley High
Silver Valley High is a public high school in Yermo, CA, part of Silver Valley Unified. Silver Valley High serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Silver Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #888 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Silver Valley High show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Silver Valley High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
30% of students at Silver Valley High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Silver Valley High — Students at Silver Valley High score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Silver Valley High Compares
See how Silver Valley High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 847, Yermo, CA 92398
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silver Valley High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Calico Continuation High (rated 6.1/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Central High (Continuation) (rated 5.0/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Barstow), a more accessible option. Additionally, Barstow High (rated 4.3/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Barstow), a more accessible option. For more schools in Yermo, see our Yermo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Calico Continuation High Yermo | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Silver Valley Academy Yermo | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Yermo Elementary Yermo | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Montara Elementary Barstow | 6.1 mi | 2.2 |
| Barstow Junior High Barstow | 6.9 mi | 1.6 |
| Cameron Elementary Barstow | 7.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Crestline Elementary Barstow | 7.4 mi | 2.4 |
| Skyline North Elementary Barstow | 7.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Amory Academic Academy Barstow | 7.5 mi | — |
| Central High (Continuation) Barstow | 7.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Barstow High Barstow | 7.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Barstow STEM Academy Barstow | 8.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Henderson Elementary Barstow | 8.6 mi | 2.1 |
| Barstow Fine Arts Academy Barstow | 8.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Mojave River Academy - Silver Mountain Oro Grance | 9.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Lenwood Elementary Barstow | 12.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Newberry Springs Elementary Yermo | 13.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Ironwood Christian Academy Newberry Springs | 17.8 mi | — |
| IRONWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newberry Springs | 17.8 mi | — |
| Tiefort View Intermediate Yermo | 27.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92398 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,664
Median Home Value
$185,500
Median Rent
$626/mo
Population
1,657
College Educated
6.5%
Homeownership
51.9%
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
36.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silver Valley High
What grades does Silver Valley High serve?
Silver Valley High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Silver Valley High?
Silver Valley High has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver Valley High?
The student-teacher ratio at Silver Valley High is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silver Valley High rank in CA?
Silver Valley High ranks #888 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Silver Valley High's MySchoolScout rating?
Silver Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Silver Valley High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Silver Valley High has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Silver Valley High a charter school?
No, Silver Valley High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silver Valley High a Title I school?
No, Silver Valley High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver Valley High?
61.7% of students at Silver Valley High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (760) 254-2963
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Silver Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,030
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,932
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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