Very Good
#212 of 864 schools in NM
Top 24% in state
Jose Barrios Elementary
Elementary School · SILVER CITY
1625 LITTLE WALNUT, Silver City, NM 88061
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
1st – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#212 of 864
In Silver City
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
SILVER CITY
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Jose Barrios Elementary
Jose Barrios Elementary is a public elementary school in Silver City, NM, part of SILVER CITY. Jose Barrios Elementary serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Barrios Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #212 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Barrios Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 5.5
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Jose Barrios Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Jose Barrios Elementary — Students at Jose Barrios Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Jose Barrios Elementary Compares
See how Jose Barrios Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1625 LITTLE WALNUT, Silver City, NM 88061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Barrios Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY (rated 9.5/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby San Lorenzo), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLIFF ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Cliff), with a comparable rating. Additionally, G.W.STOUT ELEMENTARY (rated 6.1/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Silver City, see our Silver City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 39.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GUADALUPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver City | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER Silver City | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| SIXTH STREET ELEMENTARY Silver City | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| G.W.STOUT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| SILVER SCHOLARS ACADEMY Silver City | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SILVER HIGH Silver City | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| LA PLATA MIDDLE Silver City | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| HARRISON SCHMITT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Silver City | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Clara | 7.2 mi | 6.0 |
| COBRE HIGH Bayard | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| SNELL MIDDLE Bayard | 8.6 mi | 6.1 |
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard | 8.6 mi | 4.5 |
| HURLEY ELEMENTARY Hurley | 10.5 mi | 5.0 |
| SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY San Lorenzo | 20.0 mi | 9.5 |
| CLIFF ELEMENTARY Cliff | 23.0 mi | 6.8 |
| CLIFF HIGH Cliff | 23.0 mi | 5.9 |
| R.V.TRAYLOR ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 38.9 mi | 5.3 |
| LORDSBURG HIGH Lordsburg | 39.2 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 39.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,099
Median Home Value
$185,000
Median Rent
$841/mo
Population
17,546
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
49.2
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| TULAROSA INTERMEDIATE Tularosa, NM | 7.3 |
| ANANSI CHARTER SCHOOL El Prado, NM | 7.2 |
| LEA ELEMENTARY Lovington, NM | 7.2 |
| MOSAIC ACADEMY CHARTER Aztec, NM | 7.2 |
| LUIS E. ARMIJO ELEMENTARY Las Vegas, NM | 7.4 |
| TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Taos, NM | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose Barrios Elementary
What grades does Jose Barrios Elementary serve?
Jose Barrios Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 6th.
How many students attend Jose Barrios Elementary?
Jose Barrios Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Barrios Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Barrios Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Barrios Elementary rank in NM?
Jose Barrios Elementary ranks #212 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Jose Barrios Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Barrios Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Jose Barrios Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Barrios Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jose Barrios Elementary a charter school?
No, Jose Barrios Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Barrios Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jose Barrios Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Barrios Elementary?
49.1% of students at Jose Barrios Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 6th
- Enrollment
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Grant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.6%
- Phone
- (575) 956-2120
Resources & Links
District
SILVER CITY- District Enrollment
- 2,251
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,057
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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