Silver Creek High School

4901 Nelson Road
Longmont, CO 80503
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Silver Creek High School is a public high school located in Longmont, Colorado, United States. It is part of the St. Vrain Valley School District. Silver Creek hosts Universal High School, an independent learning program, and the Silver Creek Leadership Academy.
Serving 1,208 students in grades 9-12, Silver Creek High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,208 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : 96% (Top 5% in CO)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 82% (Top 5%)
  • : 51% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Silver Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Silver Creek High School's student population of 1,208 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,208 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Silver, Black, Maroon
School Calendar

School Rankings

Silver Creek High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Creek High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CO)
#114 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
53%
33%
82%
45%
(20-21)
51%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
68%
49%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
96%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Raptor

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Silver Creek High School's ranking?
Silver Creek High School is ranked #114 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Silver Creek High School often compared to?
Silver Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niwot High School, Longmont High School, Erie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Silver Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Silver Creek High School is 96%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Silver Creek High School?
1,208 students attend Silver Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Silver Creek High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Creek High School?
Silver Creek High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silver Creek High School offer ?
Silver Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Creek High School part of?
Silver Creek High School is part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,208 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : 96% (Top 5%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 82% (Top 5%)
  • : 51% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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