Very Good
#935 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 20% in state
Silver Creek High School
High School · SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
1 DICKINSON ST, Silver Creek, NY 14136
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#935 of 4,742
In Silver Creek
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Silver Creek High School
Silver Creek High School is a public high school in Silver Creek, NY, part of SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Silver Creek High School serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Silver Creek High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #935 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Silver Creek High School show 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Silver Creek High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Silver Creek High School 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.
45% of students at Silver Creek High 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
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Silver Creek High School — Students at Silver Creek High School score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY 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: 9.3/10.
How Silver Creek High School Compares
See how Silver Creek High School 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
1 DICKINSON ST, Silver Creek, NY 14136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silver Creek High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FREDONIA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Fredonia), with a very similar rating. Another option is LAKE SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Angola), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FORESTVILLE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Forestville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Silver Creek, see our Silver Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Silver Creek | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| SILVER CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Silver Creek | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| FORESTVILLE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Forestville | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| FORESTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forestville | 4.7 mi | 6.3 |
| A J SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Angola | 7.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SCHOOL 7 Dunkirk | 8.2 mi | 3.8 |
| WILLIAM G HOUSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Angola | 9.9 mi | 4.1 |
| FREDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fredonia | 9.5 mi | 5.5 |
| FREDONIA HIGH SCHOOL Fredonia | 9.5 mi | 8.1 |
| FREDONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Fredonia | 9.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ERIE 2-CHAUTAUQUA-CATTARAUGUS BOCES Angola | 10.2 mi | 5.7 |
| SCHOOL 3 Dunkirk | 9.0 mi | 3.6 |
| LAKE SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Angola | 10.3 mi | 7.8 |
| JOHN T WAUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Angola | 10.1 mi | 4.6 |
| NORTHERN CHAUTAUQUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dunkirk | 9.3 mi | 6.7 |
| DUNKIRK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Dunkirk | 9.5 mi | 4.8 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dunkirk | 9.6 mi | 5.5 |
| DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Dunkirk | 9.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SCHOOL 5 Dunkirk | 9.9 mi | 5.5 |
| WHEELOCK PRIMARY SCHOOL Fredonia | 11.0 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,875
Median Home Value
$143,700
Median Rent
$928/mo
Population
5,274
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEAVER RIVER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Beaver Falls, NY | 7.8 |
| BRONX CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
| BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
| CATSKILL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Catskill, NY | 7.8 |
| CHELSEA CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.8 |
| CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silver Creek High School
What grades does Silver Creek High School serve?
Silver Creek High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Silver Creek High School?
Silver Creek High School has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver Creek High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Silver Creek High School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silver Creek High School rank in NY?
Silver Creek High School ranks #935 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Silver Creek High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Silver Creek High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Creek High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Silver Creek High School has 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Silver Creek High School a charter school?
No, Silver Creek High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silver Creek High School a Title I school?
No, Silver Creek High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver Creek High School?
44.9% of students at Silver Creek High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 294
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Chautauqua County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.9%
- Phone
- (716) 934-2603
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 982
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,936
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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