Excellent
#97 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 8% in state
Silver Rail Elementary School
Elementary School · Bend-LaPine Administrative SD 1
520 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97701
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#97 of 1,226
In Bend
#4 of 31
public schools
In district
#4 of 35
Bend-LaPine Administrative SD 1
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Silver Rail Elementary School
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About Silver Rail Elementary School
Silver Rail Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bend, OR, part of Bend-LaPine Administrative SD 1. Silver Rail Elementary School serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Silver Rail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Silver Rail Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Silver Rail Elementary 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 Rail Elementary School — Students at Silver Rail Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 18 test records from OR 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: 9.8/10.
How Silver Rail Elementary School Compares
See how Silver Rail Elementary 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
520 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silver Rail Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Highland School at Kenwood Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Juniper Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bend, see our Bend schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| R E Jewell Elementary School Bend | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Bend Senior High School Bend | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Bear Creek Elementary School Bend | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| DESCHUTES RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bend | 1.2 mi | — |
| COIC - BEND Bend | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Caldera High School Bend | 1.8 mi | 2.0 |
| Bend Tech Academy Bend | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Juniper Elementary School Bend | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Amity Creek Elementary School Bend | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Pilot Butte Middle School Bend | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF BEND Bend | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| A CHILD'S GARDEN Bend | 2.6 mi | — |
| High Desert Middle School Bend | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Pine Ridge Elementary Bend | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Highland School at Kenwood Elementary School Bend | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Ensworth Elementary School Bend | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Westside Village Magnet School at Kingston Elementary School Bend | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| SEVEN PEAKS SCHOOL Bend | 2.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Cascade Middle School Bend | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| EASTMONT SCHOOL Bend | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,969
Median Home Value
$567,800
Median Rent
$1,700/mo
Population
42,543
College Educated
42.4%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
16.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Archer Glen Elementary School Sherwood, OR | 8.8 |
| Beatrice Morrow Cannady Elementary Damascus, OR | 8.8 |
| Bessie Coleman Elementary School Corvallis, OR | 8.8 |
| Bethany Elementary School Beaverton, OR | 8.8 |
| Hawks View Elementary School Sherwood, OR | 8.8 |
| Highland School at Kenwood Elementary School Bend, OR | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silver Rail Elementary School
What grades does Silver Rail Elementary School serve?
Silver Rail Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Silver Rail Elementary School?
Silver Rail Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver Rail Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Silver Rail Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silver Rail Elementary School rank in OR?
Silver Rail Elementary School ranks #97 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Silver Rail Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Silver Rail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Rail Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Silver Rail Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Silver Rail Elementary School a charter school?
No, Silver Rail Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silver Rail Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Silver Rail Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver Rail Elementary School?
33.6% of students at Silver Rail Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Deschutes County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (541) 355-2900
Resources & Links
District
Bend-LaPine Administrative SD 1- District Enrollment
- 17,075
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,369
- District Rank
- #4 of 35
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