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#1523 of 1,815 schools in CO

Silver Hills Middle School

Middle School · Adams 12 Five Star Schools

12400 HURON STREET, Northglenn, CO 80234

Enrollment

930

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

4.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,523 of 1,815

In Northglenn

#8 of 13

public schools

In district

#42 of 53

Adams 12 Five Star Schools

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Silver Hills Middle School

4.4/10

Middle School in Northglenn · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Silver Hills Middle School

Silver Hills Middle School is a public middle school in Northglenn, CO, part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools. Silver Hills Middle School serves approximately 930 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Silver Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,523 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Silver Hills Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • CO avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

58% of students at Silver Hills Middle School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.5% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.3% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-20.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,748
Chronic Absenteeism58.4%

Silver Hills Middle School — Students at Silver Hills Middle School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.1% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.0% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
14%
2025
Math
15.5%
ELA
30.3%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Silver Hills Middle School Compares

See how Silver Hills Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
16th percentile in CO
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

12400 HURON STREET, Northglenn, CO 80234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Silver Hills Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westlake Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Broomfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Century Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Thornton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Northglenn, see our Northglenn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Mountain Range High School Westminster 0.1 mi 6.2
Pathways Future Center Thornton 0.7 mi 5.1
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Thornton 0.8 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THORNTON Thornton 0.8 mi 4.2
Five Star Online Academy Thornton 0.8 mi
Arapahoe Ridge Elementary School Westminster 1.1 mi 4.0
Westgate Community School Thornton 1.0 mi 6.6
FLATIRON'S ACADEMY Westminster 1.1 mi 4.4
FLATIRONS ACADEMY West Minster 1.1 mi 5.8
Global Village Academy - North Thornton 1.5 mi 8.5
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Broomfield 1.6 mi
Hunters Glen Elementary School Thornton 1.5 mi 5.2
Vantage Point Northglenn 2.0 mi 4.0
Stukey Elementary School Northglenn 1.9 mi 5.8
Century Middle School Thornton 1.6 mi 4.7
Malley Drive Elementary School Northglenn 1.8 mi 3.9
Centennial Elementary School Broomfield 1.7 mi 4.8
Westlake Middle School Broomfield 1.8 mi 7.2
STEM Lab Northglenn 1.8 mi 7.7
Legacy High School Broomfield 2.0 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,714

Median Home Value

$493,900

Median Rent

$1,772/mo

Population

29,573

College Educated

37.5%

Homeownership

59.5%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Silver Hills Middle School

What grades does Silver Hills Middle School serve?

Silver Hills Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Silver Hills Middle School?

Silver Hills Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 930 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver Hills Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Silver Hills Middle School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Silver Hills Middle School rank in CO?

Silver Hills Middle School ranks #1,523 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Silver Hills Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Silver Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Hills Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Silver Hills Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Silver Hills Middle School a charter school?

No, Silver Hills Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Silver Hills Middle School a Title I school?

No, Silver Hills Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver Hills Middle School?

74.3% of students at Silver Hills Middle School 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

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
930
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Adams County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.4%

District

Adams 12 Five Star Schools
District Enrollment
34,998
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,748
District Rank
#42 of 53

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