Serving 691 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Silverlake Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silverlake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Silverlake Elementary School's student population of 691 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
691 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Motto
What Starts Here, Changes the World!
School Rankings
Silverlake Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silverlake Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
6%
Hispanic
24%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
20%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pearland Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silverlake Elementary School's ranking?
Silverlake Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Silverlake Elementary School often compared to?
Silverlake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silvercrest Elementary School, Challenger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Silverlake Elementary School?
691 students attend Silverlake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Silverlake Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silverlake Elementary School?
Silverlake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Silverlake Elementary School offer ?
Silverlake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Silverlake Elementary School part of?
Silverlake Elementary School is part of Pearland Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Horrible experience caring and teaching in special children. Special education is very bad in this school
5 10/10/2025
The teachers and staff are excellent at Silverlake. They care for their students' well being and put a lot of effort into developing the children they teach.
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