Serving 648 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Silverdale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silverdale Elementary School's student population of 648 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Leader in Me
School Rankings
Silverdale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silverdale Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1698 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
14%
24%
White
53%
42%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silverdale Elementary School's ranking?
Silverdale Elementary School is ranked #1698 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Silverdale Elementary School often compared to?
Silverdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Silverdale Elementary School?
648 students attend Silverdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Silverdale Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silverdale Elementary School?
Silverdale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Silverdale Elementary School offer ?
Silverdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silverdale Elementary School part of?
Silverdale Elementary School is part of Onslow County Schools.
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