SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY is a public elementary school that is part of the Adams 12 Five Star Schools school district, located in THORNTON, CO with about 600 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 28 teachers, SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY, located in Thornton, Colorado, is a dedicated member of the Adams 12 Five Star Schools district. The school serves a diverse student population, emphasizing a supportive and inclusive learning environment that focuses on academic excellence, character development, and the social-emotional growth of every child. By fostering a strong partnership between educators, families, and the local community, Silver Creek strives to cultivate a safe and engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to become curious, lifelong learners.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to a well-rounded education, offering a variety of programs designed to meet the unique needs of its student body. Beyond core academics, Silver Creek promotes a culture of innovation and collaboration, utilizing modern instructional strategies to prepare students for future success. With a mission rooted in student achievement and community involvement, SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY stands as a cornerstone of the Thornton neighborhood, dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential.
For more information, contact SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY at (720) 972-3941 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
THORNTON, CO 80602-7941
(720) 972-3941
http://silvercreek.adams12.org
SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in THORNTON, CO with about 600 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Adams 12 Five Star Schools
- Total Students:
- 600
- Teachers:
- 28.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 600 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.
- White
- 72.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.8%
- Asian
- 4.5%
- Two or more races
- 3.7%
- Black or African American
- 1.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 49.8%
- Male
- 50.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.