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#6298 of 9,539 schools in CA
Silverado High
High School · Saddleback Valley Unified
25632 Peter A. Hartman Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,298 of 9,539
In Mission Viejo
#19 of 21
public schools
In district
#26 of 33
Saddleback Valley Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Silverado High
High School in Mission Viejo · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Silverado High
Silverado High is a public high school in Mission Viejo, CA, part of Saddleback Valley Unified. Silverado High serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Silverado High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,298 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Silverado High show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Silverado High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Silverado High — Students at Silverado High score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 8.2/10.
How Silverado High Compares
See how Silverado 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
25632 Peter A. Hartman Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silverado High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. El Toro High (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lake Forest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FUSION ALISA VIEJO (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Aliso Viejo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mission Viejo, see our Mission Viejo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| APPLETREE MONTESSORI Mission Viejo | 0.1 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Mission Viejo Mission Viejo | 0.4 mi | — |
| Pillars Academy Mission Viejo | 0.4 mi | — |
| PILLARS ACADEMY Mission Viejo | 0.4 mi | — |
| Los Alisos Intermediate Mission Viejo | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Lake Forest | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Abiding Savior Lutheran School Lake Forest | 0.7 mi | — |
| Heritage Christian School - JH/HS Lake Foredt | 0.8 mi | — |
| SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative) Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| La Tierra Early Childhood Center Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | — |
| Del Cerro Elementary Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Wolf valley of the arts Mission Viejo | 1.0 mi | — |
| Ralph A. Gates DLI Magnet Elementary Lake Forest | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary Lake Forest | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Glen Yermo Elementary Mission Viejo | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Montevideo Elementary Mission Viejo | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| El Toro High Lake Forest | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley Aliso Viejo | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| La Madera Elementary Lake Forest | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| FUSION ALISA VIEJO Aliso Viejo | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,779
Median Home Value
$916,800
Median Rent
$2,517/mo
Population
46,618
College Educated
46.5%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
44.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silverado High
What grades does Silverado High serve?
Silverado High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Silverado High?
Silverado High has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silverado High?
The student-teacher ratio at Silverado High is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silverado High rank in CA?
Silverado High ranks #6,298 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Silverado High's MySchoolScout rating?
Silverado High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Silverado High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Silverado High has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Silverado High a charter school?
No, Silverado High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silverado High a Title I school?
No, Silverado High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silverado High?
84.7% of students at Silverado 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 248
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 586-8800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 42.0%
Resources & Links
District
Saddleback Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 23,199
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,539
- District Rank
- #26 of 33
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