Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Silver Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Hill Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Hill Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1098 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
58%
26%
Black
7%
10%
White
29%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Hill Elementary School is ranked #1098 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Silver Hill Elementary School?
481 students attend Silver Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Silver Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Hill Elementary School?
Silver Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Silver Hill Elementary School offer ?
Silver Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silver Hill Elementary School part of?
Silver Hill Elementary School is part of Haverhill School District.
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