Serving 135 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen's student population of 135 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
Mustang Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#341 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Hispanic
4%
23%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen's ranking?
Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen is ranked #341 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen?
135 students attend Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen?
Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen offer ?
Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen part of?
Silver Lake Elementary School-bladen is part of Silver Lake School District.
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