Silver Lake Elementary
School Profile
School Website: http://www.fwps.org/silverlake/
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What is Special About Our School?
Silver Lake Elementary opened its doors in September 1989 as the 17th school in Federal Way Public Schools. This school provides a wide range of student programs, including the, special education, a self-contained emotionally disabled class, English Language Learners, counseling, and a 25-station computer lab. Technology is integrated into the curriculum as a tool to improve instruction.
Staff members are eager for parents and other members of the community to work with them. Opportunities are available to help a very active PTA that provides numerous resources for students. The seven-member School Leadership Team monitors the school’s Learning Plan. Parents are always welcome to attend SLT meetings and contribute. We also offer weekly coffee with the principal on Fridays.
The school’s goals include enhancing student academic achievement in reading, math, and writing. These expectations will prepare students to move successfully to the next grade level.
Silver Lake promotes parent involvement through home activities and other responsibilities. A school-wide citizenship program emphasizes student Bulldog Leaders, discipline, courtesy, respect, and responsible decision-making. Silver Lake promotes literacy through a special Readers & Leaders program.
Both the site and the building are used by community groups such as the PTA, Boys and Girls Clubs, scouts, and the YMCA during the evenings.No Child Left Behind Report Card
The No Child Left Behind Act requires all schools and school districts in the United States to prepare annual reports for parents and the public detailing their academic achievement. The State Superintendent of Public Instruction’s web site makes this information available on-line. Find your school’s report card on-line at http://reportcard.ospi.k12.wa.us/ Click on Federal Way in the “Summary” box, then choose your school from the list. You may also request a paper copy of the report card at your school’s office. For more information about the NCLB Act, go to http://www.nclb.gov/index.html.
Academic and Student Programs
- AmeriCorps volunteer
- Special breakfast and lunch programs
- PE specialist
- Title I Program
- English Language Learners (ELL)
- Learning Resource Center
- Gifted and Talented Education Class
- Special Education (self-contained, inclusion and consultant)
- Assemblies
- Full-time Counselor
- Intramurals (grades 2-5)
- Technology lab
- Safety patrol
- Participation in “Reflections” contest
- Vocal music
- Extended Learning Opportunities
- Honor Choir
Student Characteristics
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Distribution of Student Ethnicity |
2005 | 2006 | 2007 |
| African American | 23.83 | 26.39 | 28.20 |
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Asian American |
23.83 | 21.67 | 21.20 |
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Hispanic |
9.80 | 13.52 | 14.70 |
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Native American |
1.11 | .64 | 1.50 |
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White |
37.86 | 29.83 | 26.30 |
| Pac Islander | .22 | 1.72 | 2.70 |
| Multi-Racial | 2.90 | 4.72 | 3.60 |
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Other Student Characteristics |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
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Number of Students (Oct.) |
449 | 438 | 472 |
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Free/Reduced Meals |
49.20% | 56.2% | 62.0% |
How Are We Using Our Financial Resources?
| Our District | Our School | ||
| “Per Pupil” Expenditures for 2006-07 | Funding | ||
Total Expenditure |
$8,296.00 | Building Expenditures |
$46,398.62 |
Supplies & Instructional Materials |
$432.00 | ASB (Associated Student Body) Expenditures |
$10,306.13 |
Equipment |
$52.00 | ||
Silver Lake’s funds are used to enhance student curriculum and student programs. Most of the money is used for teaching supplies, PE equipment, technology, library books, staff development, materials, equipment, and photocopying for student lessons. ASB funds go for assemblies, field trips, and incentive awards.
How Are Our Students Doing on Required Tests?
Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL)
*Beginning in spring of 2006, the state of Washington requires that the WASL be given at sixth grade.
Percentage Meeting Standard in:
| Grade 3 |
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Math |
2004 |
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2006 |
2007 |
School |
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78.0 |
75.0 |
District |
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70.0 |
74.1 |
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Reading |
2004 |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
School |
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70.0 |
75.0 |
District |
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72.0 |
73.5 |
| Grade 4 |
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Math |
2004 |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
School |
74.3 |
58.2 |
59.0 |
53.0 |
District |
62.1 |
61.7 |
66.0 |
60.1 |
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Reading |
2004 |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
School |
89.2 |
87.3 |
79.0 |
75.0 |
District |
81.4 |
84.4 |
86.0 |
80.2 |
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Writing |
2004 |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
School |
60.3 |
53.2 |
44.0 |
45.3 |
District |
58.8 |
58.6 |
58.0 |
56.2 |
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| Grade 5 |
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Math |
2004 |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
School |
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61.0 |
60.5 |
District |
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58.0 |
66.2 |
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Reading |
2004 |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
School |
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83.0 |
72.8 |
District |
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82.0 |
75.3 |
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Science |
2004 |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
School |
23.3 |
29.0 |
24.0 |
18.5 |
District |
23.5 |
32.0 |
30.0 |
31.5 |