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#595 of 864 schools in NM
Silver Scholars Academy
School · SILVER CITY
600 E 32ND STREET, Silver City, NM 88061
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NM statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#595 of 864
In Silver City
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
SILVER CITY
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Silver Scholars Academy
Silver Scholars Academy is a public school in Silver City, NM, part of SILVER CITY. Silver Scholars Academy serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Silver Scholars Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #595 of 864 schools in NM.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Silver Scholars Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Silver Scholars Academy Compares
See how Silver Scholars Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 E 32ND STREET, Silver City, NM 88061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silver Scholars Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY (rated 9.5/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby San Lorenzo), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Silver City, see our Silver City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 40.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SILVER HIGH Silver City | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| LA PLATA MIDDLE Silver City | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| G.W.STOUT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY Silver City | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| GUADALUPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver City | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER Silver City | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| SIXTH STREET ELEMENTARY Silver City | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| HARRISON SCHMITT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 3.3 mi | 4.1 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Silver City | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Clara | 6.8 mi | 6.0 |
| COBRE HIGH Bayard | 7.8 mi | 6.5 |
| SNELL MIDDLE Bayard | 8.3 mi | 6.1 |
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard | 8.3 mi | 4.5 |
| HURLEY ELEMENTARY Hurley | 10.6 mi | 5.0 |
| SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY San Lorenzo | 19.4 mi | 9.5 |
| CLIFF ELEMENTARY Cliff | 23.0 mi | 6.8 |
| CLIFF HIGH Cliff | 23.0 mi | 5.9 |
| R.V.TRAYLOR ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 40.0 mi | 5.3 |
| LORDSBURG HIGH Lordsburg | 40.3 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 40.8 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silver Scholars Academy
What grades does Silver Scholars Academy serve?
Silver Scholars Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Silver Scholars Academy?
Silver Scholars Academy has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver Scholars Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Silver Scholars Academy is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silver Scholars Academy rank in NM?
Silver Scholars Academy ranks #595 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Silver Scholars Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Silver Scholars Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Silver Scholars Academy a charter school?
No, Silver Scholars Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silver Scholars Academy a Title I school?
No, Silver Scholars Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver Scholars Academy?
50.0% of students at Silver Scholars Academy 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
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 38
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Grant County
- Phone
- (575) 956-2140
Resources & Links
District
SILVER CITY- District Enrollment
- 2,251
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,057
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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