Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Silverwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silverwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Silverwood Elementary School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Motto
Empowering today’s learners to succeed tomorrow.
School Rankings
Silverwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silverwood Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2715 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
MT. Diablo Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Skyhawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silverwood Elementary School's ranking?
Silverwood Elementary School is ranked #2715 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Silverwood Elementary School often compared to?
Silverwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School, Ayers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Silverwood Elementary School?
530 students attend Silverwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Silverwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silverwood Elementary School?
Silverwood Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Silverwood Elementary School offer ?
Silverwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Silverwood Elementary School part of?
Silverwood Elementary School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
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