Below Average
#741 of 864 schools in NM
Silver High
High School · SILVER CITY
3200 NORTH SILVER ST, Silver City, NM 88061
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#741 of 864
In Silver City
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
SILVER CITY
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Silver High
High School in Silver City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Silver High
Silver High is a public high school in Silver City, NM, part of SILVER CITY. Silver High serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Silver High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #741 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Silver High show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Silver High 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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Silver High — Students at Silver High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.6%
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: 3.8/10.
How Silver High Compares
See how Silver High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3200 NORTH SILVER ST, Silver City, NM 88061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silver High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COBRE HIGH (rated 6.5/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Bayard), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLIFF HIGH (rated 5.9/10, 23.1 miles away, in nearby Cliff), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Silver City, see our Silver City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 40.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LA PLATA MIDDLE Silver City | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| SILVER SCHOLARS ACADEMY Silver City | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| G.W.STOUT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY Silver City | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| GUADALUPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver City | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER Silver City | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| SIXTH STREET ELEMENTARY Silver City | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| HARRISON SCHMITT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Silver City | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Clara | 6.6 mi | 6.0 |
| COBRE HIGH Bayard | 7.6 mi | 6.5 |
| SNELL MIDDLE Bayard | 8.2 mi | 6.1 |
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard | 8.2 mi | 4.5 |
| HURLEY ELEMENTARY Hurley | 10.5 mi | 5.0 |
| SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY San Lorenzo | 19.2 mi | 9.5 |
| CLIFF ELEMENTARY Cliff | 23.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CLIFF HIGH Cliff | 23.1 mi | 5.9 |
| R.V.TRAYLOR ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 40.2 mi | 5.3 |
| LORDSBURG HIGH Lordsburg | 40.4 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 40.9 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERNALILLO HIGH Bernalillo, NM | 4.8 |
| THOREAU HIGH Thoreau, NM | 4.3 |
| AZTEC HIGH Aztec, NM | 4.9 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola, NM | 5.1 |
| GRANTS HIGH Grants, NM | 5.1 |
| MORIARTY HIGH Moriarty, NM | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silver High
What grades does Silver High serve?
Silver High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Silver High?
Silver High has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver High?
The student-teacher ratio at Silver High is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silver High rank in NM?
Silver High ranks #741 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Silver High's MySchoolScout rating?
Silver High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Silver High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Silver High has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Silver High a charter school?
No, Silver High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silver High a Title I school?
No, Silver High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver High?
43.6% of students at Silver High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 645
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Grant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (575) 956-2158
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
SILVER CITY- District Enrollment
- 2,251
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,057
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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