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Silverton Middle School
Middle School · Silverton School District No. 1 in the county of San Juan
P O BOX 128, Silverton, CO 81433
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Silverton Middle School
Silverton Middle School is a public middle school in Silverton, CO, part of the Silverton School District No. 1 in the county of San Juan. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $72,639, where 44% 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 20 students, Silverton Middle School 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.
Located in a rural area, Silverton Middle School 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- P O BOX 128, Silverton, CO 81433
- Website
- silvertonschool.org
- Phone
- (970) 387-5543
- 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 CO EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 128, Silverton, CO 81433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silverton Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ridgway Middle School (rated 9.5/10, 24.8 miles away, in nearby Ridgway). Another option is Ouray Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Ouray). Additionally, Telluride Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Telluride). For more schools in Silverton, see our Silverton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 29.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Silverton Elementary School Silverton | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Silverton High School Silverton | 0.0 mi | — |
| Telluride Elementary School Telluride | 12.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Telluride Intermediate School Telluride | 12.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Telluride High School Telluride | 12.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Telluride Middle School Telluride | 12.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Ouray Elementary School Ouray | 14.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Ouray Senior High School Ouray | 14.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Ouray Middle School Ouray | 14.6 mi | 7.9 |
| TELLURIDE MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Telluride | 14.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Ridgway Elementary School Ridgway | 24.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Ridgway High School Ridgway | 24.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Ridgway Middle School Ridgway | 24.8 mi | 9.5 |
| COLORADO TIMBERLINE ACADEMY Durango | 26.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Lake City Community School Lake City | 24.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Animas Valley Elementary School Durango | 29.8 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,639
Median Home Value
$402,900
Median Rent
$1,076/mo
Population
626
College Educated
44.2%
Homeownership
51.7%
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
41.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Silverton Middle School has a median household income of $72,639. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $402,900, with a median rent of $1,076/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.5%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| Antonito Middle School Antonito, CO | — |
| Connections Learning Center on the Earle Johnson C Golden, CO | — |
| Delta Academy of Applied Learning Delta, CO | — |
| EINSTEIN ACADEMY Denver, CO | — |
| Lone Star Middle School Otis, CO | — |
| VERTICAL SKILLS ACADEMY Evergreen, CO | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silverton Middle School
What grades does Silverton Middle School serve?
Silverton Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Silverton Middle School?
Silverton Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silverton Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Silverton Middle School is 10:1. 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 Silverton Middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Silverton Middle School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Silverton Middle School a charter school?
No, Silverton Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silverton Middle School a Title I school?
No, Silverton Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silverton Middle School?
60.0% of students at Silverton 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.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- San Juan County
- Phone
- (970) 387-5543
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Silverton School District No. 1 in the county of San Juan- District Enrollment
- 75
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,080
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